Overview:

Also known as Senile Angiomas, Ruby Angiomas, Ruby Spots or Campbell de Morgan spots, Cherry Angiomas are benign skin growths. They  are made up of clusters of dilated capillaries on the surface of the skin.

Cherry angiomas are very common, they typically appear in people over 40 years of aAge. They can be found on any part of the body, but are usually found on the torso.

What causes cherry angiomas?

The cause of cherry angiomas is not known.

What do cherry angiomas look like?

• Small, smooth, cherry red coloured spots ranging in size from around the size of a pinhead to 1/4 inch. If accidentally scratched or knocked, they bleed profusely.

How are cherry angiomas treated?

Cherry angiomas are harmless & don't need to be removed however some people may be unhappy with their appearance & choose to have them removed. Removal involves;