Red moles or red dots on the skin: how to get rid of them

Red dots on the skin: what it is and how to remove angioma in Kiev

Red moles are angiomas that appear on the body. These neoplasms are red dots on the skin that range from one millimeter to several centimeters in diameter.

Angiomas, like any other formations on the skin have an unaesthetic appearance. If they occur on open parts of the body, they will be visible just like warts or papillomas. Sometimes a red mole is rubbed by clothes. Under mechanical influence, it can be traumatized and cause physical discomfort.

Where red moles on the body come from and what to do about them, let’s understand together with experts at Kulaser Clinic in this article.

What are red dots on the body

The medical name for red moles is angiomas (Cherry angiomas or “cherry angiomas”). They are benign vascular neoplasms. They look like slightly bulging red dots on the skin, which is why they are often called red moles.

Angiomas can spread all over the body. That is, they occur on any part of the skin.

Sometimes angiomas are visible on X-rays on internal organs. Often general practitioners do not pay attention to them. But whether red moles on the body are so harmless – let’s analyze further.

Types of red dots

Types of red moles	Description
Time of formation
Congenital	Formed intrauterine, also known as infant moles.
Acquired	Appearing after the age of 20-25 years.
By the number
Singular	Individual moles.
Multiple	Hemangiomatosis – multiple masses.
Morphological structure.
Local angiomas	Growing from a single point, with even edges and small size.
Segmental angiomas	Large masses with “jagged” edges, often associated with aortic and thoracic pathologies.
Vessel type.
Capillary angiomas	The most common, found in 95% of cases.
Cavernous angiomas	They occur less frequently, about 3% of cases.
Mixed angiomas	Rare, found in 2% of patients.
Localization
On the upper half of the body	Approximately 80% of cases. Characterized by spontaneous regression and slow growth.
По характеристикам
Простые ангиомы	Появляются на поверхности кожи.
Каверзнозные ангиомы	Растут под кожей.
Комбинированные ангиомы	Вовлекают поверхностные и глубокие слои дермы.
Mixed angiomas	The masses are located in dermal, nerve, and muscle tissues.

What do red moles on the skin mean?

Although angiomas are benign neoplasms, they still have the ability to develop into malignant tumors. This happens rarely. In the risk zone are mainly elderly people. This is due to a decrease in the immune defense of the body in age people. Also, the possibility of the appearance of cancer is influenced by heredity.

Worth noting! Many red moles may indicate an existing chronic disease. In addition, it is one of the signs of dysfunction of internal organs. Therefore, the active growth and in principle the sudden appearance of red moles means that it is time to consult a qualified dermatologist. Then you can be examined by other specialized doctors.

Why red moles appear on the body

Medical science does not know the exact causes of red moles on the skin. Among the factors of influence researchers call vascular and blood diseases, hereditary tendency to the appearance of neoplasms;

Small red spots on the skin can be the result of dilated blood vessels or disorders of the lymphatic system. Sometimes they can occur as a result of certain medications. It is also important to pay attention to your sleep patterns, as sleep disorders can affect your skin and overall health. Some studies link the appearance of red spots to brain function, which emphasizes the importance of a healthy lifestyle and self-care.

The author of this article, a physician, recommends seeing a specialist at any age, especially if there are bothersome symptoms, increased angiomas or redness of the skin.

According to the results of the study of the patients’ history, it was found that most often the appearance of red moles is influenced by:

• hormonal changes (in women it can be pregnancy, menopause);
• mechanical damage to the skin;
• gastrointestinal diseases;
• pancreatic dysfunction;
• thyroid pathology;
• frequent exposure to the sun (active tanning).

Angioma: treatment in children

Children can get large or small red moles, too. Approximately 1% of babies are born with an angioma. Sometimes these neoplasms appear in babies after birth;

In childhood, angiomas can appear and disappear on their own. This is possible because the blood vessel that feeds the red mole becomes blocked. As a result, the neoplasm dries up and gradually becomes invisible.

Red mole in a child requires attention from parents! Damage to angiomas leads to bleeding, infection of the wound, inflammatory processes and chaotic growth of the mass.

The best prevention of complications is a timely visit to a pediatric dermatologist. A qualified specialist will give recommendations and systematically monitor changes in the child’s skin;

During observation, the doctor will determine whether the red mole in the child should be treated. If the angioma grows, it is likely that the option of removal will be considered. This will depend on the localization of the neoplasm and the general state of health of the young patient.

Angioma removal

The most effective way to treat red moles is laser removal. Exposing the angioma to pulses of concentrated laser energy allows the neoplasm to absorb wavelengths. This generates heat and destroys blood vessels without damaging surrounding healthy tissue.

Laser therapy is a quick way to get rid of unwanted growths on the skin. It is important to remember that it is necessary to apply only to a medical institution where certified doctors work..

Benefits of laser treatment at Coolaser Clinic

An experienced specialist of the Kulazer Clinic will adjust the laser device in such a way as to target the formation. The main advantages of laser treatment of neoplasms:

• the use of new generation American lasers;
• short rehabilitation period;
• bloodless procedure (vessels are immediately cauterized by the laser);
• painlessness (the doctor uses local anesthesia);
• absence of scars and marks after removal;
• without relapse.

Thanks to modern laser technologies it is possible to get rid of almost all types of formations quickly and without health risks. In one visit to a dermatologist you can remove not only moles, but also papillomas, which also often occur on the skin.

Contraindications to laser treatment of red dots

Like any hardware method of skin treatment, laser therapy has its contraindications. In any case, before you sign up for the procedure of destruction of neoplasm, you should undergo a consultation in a specialized clinic.

The doctor may postpone the procedure of removing red moles by laser if the patient has:

• epilepsy;
• of a cancer diagnosis;
• blood disorders;
• acute respiratory infections and elevated body temperature;
• herp infections in the acute stage;
• scratches or burns on the area where laser therapy is planned;
• HIV-positive diagnosis and a number of other infections.

To find out if you can undergo laser treatment of red moles or have other neoplasms removed, please contact Kulazer Clinic.

In some cases, treatments such as laser removal or cryotherapy may be recommended to eliminate angiomas on certain areas of the skin. However, it is important to consult a qualified dermatologist for advice and guidance on treatment options.

Procedures for removal of benign skin growths are performed by experienced specialists. Coolaser Clinic is located in Kiev, 32B Konovaltsa Street. Doctors will consult you on how to treat red moles and other skin pathologies.

Sources:Sources:

Medical Research Center Cleveland Clinic

American Medical Portal Health