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Have noticed that i have 5 cherry angioma's, 3 on my trunk, 1 on my breast and 1 on my groin. have read that these can indicate internal malignancy?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Not true: Cherry angiomas are completely normal and very common especially in fair skinned people. They are of a cosmetic significance only, and if you do not like them they can be treated with laser.

Answered 12/21/2013

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