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Do angiomas sometimes not blanch when pressed on?

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Angiomas: Angiomas are benign lesions composed of dilated tiny blood vessels(capillaries) and most turn white or blanch when pressed. However, cherry angiomas don't blanch. A dermatologist can evaluate and validate the diagnosis if you have concerns.

Answered 12/13/2020

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Dr. Daniel Ziegler answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Yes: Angiomas are caused by an overgrowth of tiny blood vessels called capillaries. The most common angioma is a cherry angioma (also called senile angioma or Campbell de Morgan spots) that usually looks like a tiny bright red mole but can be other colors. Cherry angiomas usually don't blanch when pressure is applied which helps distinguish them from spider angiomas that do blanch with pressure.

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