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Can i remove a spider nevus from my hand myself?
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No: Spider nevus (or spider angioma) are blood vessel lesion that is fed by a deeper arteriole. There are no at-home instruments that you can use safely to cauterize that vessel. Your doctor will treat this with laser or electrocautery.
Answered 1/12/2016
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Please don't try: It's just not a good idea.
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