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Learn About Spider Angioma
Spider angioma is an abnormal collection of blood vessels near the surface of the skin.
Nevus araneus; Spider telangiectasia; Vascular spider; Spider nevus; Arterial spiders
Spider angiomas are very common. They often occur in pregnant women and in people with liver disease. They can appear in both children and adults. They get their name because the mark looks similar to a red spider.
They appear most often on the face, neck, upper part of the trunk, arms, and fingers.
The main symptom is a blood vessel spot that:
- May have a red dot in the center
- Has reddish extensions that reach out from the center
- Disappears when pressed on and comes back when pressure is released
In rare cases, bleeding occurs in a spider angioma.
Spider angiomas usually do not need treatment, but burning (electrocautery) or laser treatment is sometimes done.
Avera Medical Group Dermatology — Mitchell
Mandi Greenway, MD, a dermatologist, provides expert skin care for people of all ages at Avera Medical Group Dermatology in Mitchell, SD. Dr. Greenway is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spider Angioma. She is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Warts, Seborrheic Keratosis, and Melanoma. Dr. Greenway is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.
Avera Medical Group Dermatology — Dawley Farm
Dr. Emily Gaster is a dermatologist at Avera Medical Group Family Health Center - Marion Road in Sioux Falls, SD. Dr. Gaster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spider Angioma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Calciphylaxis, Actinic Keratosis, Spider Angioma, and Telangiectasia.
I strive to provide the highest quality health care services to all of our patients efficiently, effectively and compassionately. We offer a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, providing patients with unparalleled service. I look forward to meeting with you and helping you take the best possible care of your skin. Dr. Gan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Spider Angioma. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seborrheic Keratosis, Cheilitis Glandularis, Warts, and Intertrigo. Dr. Gan is board certified in Dermatology.
Spider angiomas in children may disappear after puberty, and often disappear after a woman gives birth. Untreated, spider angiomas tend to last in adults.
Treatment is often successful.
Let your provider know if you have a new spider angioma so they can check for other related medical conditions.
Published Date: October 13, 2024
Published By: Ramin Fathi, MD, FAAD, Director, Phoenix Surgical Dermatology Group, Phoenix, AZ. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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