Question 1

what is a pyogenic granuloma?

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Tissue overgrowth: A pyogenic granuloma occurs after an injury or trauma. This is part of the body's healing response. The granulation tissue grows quickly to cover the area of injury and will usually be covered by epithelial tissue (skin). Sometimes this balance is thrown off and the tissue grows to quickly or the skin grows to slowly. To treat this problem, the granuloma is removed and the skin is sutured closed.

Question 2

what are the tests for pyogenic granuloma?

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Removal with Biopsy: A pyogenic granuloma is non-cancerous growth of tissue that is composed of fragile immature blood vessels.  There are often found in areas on the skin after trauma (fingers and toes around the nail are most common).  They are tender and bleed very easily.  See your doctor to have it removed and tested by biopsy to make sure that is what it is.

Question 3

what do you diagnose a pyogenic granuloma?

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Biopsy is best way: Often a physician can make judgement on appearance and medical history and examination.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of oral pyogenic granuloma?

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Several: Pyogenic granulomas in the oral cavity may occur in several areas, with the gums being one of the more common locations.  They may be due to trauma or some source of local irritation.  Typically they will appear as a round elevated lesion, deep red in appearance, bleed easily, and sometimes painful.

Question 5

what is and what can be done for a pyogenic granuloma?

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Tissue overgrowth: A pyogenic granuloma occurs after an injury or trauma. This is part of the body's healing response. The granulation tissue grows quickly to cover the area of injury and will usually be covered by epithelial tissue (skin). Sometimes this balance is thrown off and the tissue grows to quickly or the skin grows to slowly. To treat this problem, the granuloma is removed and the skin is sutured closed.

Question 6

what are the symptoms associated with a pyogenic granuloma?

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Bleeding, tender: A pyogenic granuloma is non-cancerous growth of tissue that is composed of fragile immature blood vessels.  There are often found in areas on the skin after trauma (fingers and toes around the nail are most common).  They are tender and bleed very easily.  See your doctor to have it removed and tested by biopsy to make sure that is what it is.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: pyogenic granuloma?

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Abnormal healing: This is a benign condition usually caused by trauma where the skin heals abnormally with blood vessels instead of scar tissue.  Often, it is a minor injury and not even remembered.  It is a hassle and best removed by a dermatologist.  More common in children and pregnant women and certain medications.

Question 8

can you tell me about experiencing pyogenic granuloma umbilicus?

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Benign: Not a cancer. Not an infection. A small, pink, soft  growth like a tiny finger. Simple excision is quick, easy, painless, and curative. On the umbilicus it is usually a newborn and may respond to cauterization such as silver nitrate. You MUST have a relationship with a DR. You did not make this diagnosis on your own. Be sure this DR explains so you are satisfied.

Question 9

i have a pyogenic granuloma onmy finger  i'm worried that it's getting bigger inside as well as outside as i'm getting pain in other parts of myfinger?

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PG: Assuming you have a Pyogenic Granuloma, Depending on the size of the lesion, you should see either a Dermatologist or hand surgeon. The lesion may be treated with curretage and cautery to the base. Other options include Laser Surgery, cryotherapy and topical Imiquimod. The doctor may be able to offer you more specific and appropriate therapy for your individual case.

Question 10

i have a pyogenic granuloma on my face is it a kind of cancer and how i can remove it?

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See a Dr: Preferably a dermatologist. You cannot be sure of this diagnosis without a microscopic exam of the specimen when it is removed. Why do you think it is a pyogenic granuloma?  Removing one of these is quick and painless, requiring no stitches or bandages. So when I think I see one I take it off right there. They are superficial and leave no scars. It is not a cancer but some cancers look the same. T

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