Cherry Anginomas

After the age of 40 angiomas may develop on any part of the body. Small capillary spots are called Campbell de Morgan lesions (also known as cherry angiomas), and appear most often around the midtrunk. They increase in number from about the age of 40. Their cause is unknown. They can be simply removed by vascutouch or CoolGlide Excel Vein laser, but are usually left alone.

Angiomas are common on the face, particularly around the mouth. On the lip they are known as Venous Lakes, and are bluish in color. No treatment is generally required.

Spider angiomas (also called spider naevi) characteristically have a central red papule with feeding capillary legs.

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