The appearance of these cherry angiomas is directly related to skin aging and genetic inheritance; in fact, nothing can be done to prevent them.
Overexposure to the sun or sun exposure without sun protection can also be a risk factor, since the sun is, over time, the main cause of skin aging. This is known as photoaging.
"Red spots on the skin are completely benign, as they are simply small vascular lesions, and therefore do not pose a health risk," explains D'Alessandro.
However, the expert points out, they can pose an aesthetic problem if there are many of them, they are large, or they appear in very visible areas, such as the face.
From what age can they appear?
Because they are related to skin aging, cherry angiomas usually begin to appear around age 40. However, in some people with a strong hereditary component, they may appear earlier, between the ages of 20 and 30, and become increasingly common over time.
In which areas of the body do they usually appear most often? Also on the face
The red spots mainly appear on the torso and upper extremities, although they can appear anywhere on the body. They can also develop on the face, and these pose the greatest aesthetic problem for patients.
“Although these lesions are benign, it’s always advisable to have them checked by a dermatologist. Especially if you notice they itch, bleed, or grow significantly, to detect and rule out any signs of malignancy. But, in principle, they only represent a cosmetic issue,” D’Alessandro points out.
Can they be removed?
The dermatologist explains that cherry angiomas can be removed with the guarantee that those removed will not reappear. “The best treatment for removing them is vascular lasers, such as the PDL or KTP, which allow for the removal of many in a single session, guaranteeing that no marks or scars remain after the treatment. Furthermore, the patient can resume their normal routine the same day as the therapy.”
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