Lobular Capillary Hemangioma treatment in Ciudad de México

Lobular capillary hemangioma, also known as pyogenic granuloma, is a benign lesion of the skin or mucous membranes made up of small blood vessels that grows rapidly and tends to bleed easily.

Common characteristics: It usually appears as a small reddish, shiny, and soft bump, sometimes after a rub or a minor wound, and it may bleed with slight trauma.

When to seek care? It is worth having checked when the lesion bleeds repeatedly, grows, or causes discomfort.

Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist is the professional suited to evaluate it, and in children the pediatrician can guide the first consultation. If a lesion appears that bleeds or changes, the most advisable thing is to show it to a health professional.