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Pyogenic Granuloma
Pyogenic granulomas are small, reddish bumps on the skin that bleed easily due to an abnormally high concentration of blood vessels. These lesions often appear at sites of previous trauma.
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Symptoms
Small red vascular lump that bleeds easily; Often occurs at site of recent trauma; Seen most frequently on hands, arms,...
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Causes
The exact cause of pyogenic granulomas is unknown, but they frequently appear following injury. They often occur on the...
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Tests
Physical examination is usually sufficient for your health care provider to diagnose pyogenic granuloma. A skin biopsy ...
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Treatments
Small pyogenic granulomas may go away suddenly. Larger lesions are treated with surgery, electrocautery, freezing, or l...
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Risk Factors
Traumatic Injury
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Complications
Bleeding from the lesion; Reappearance of treated lesions.
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Prevention
Avoid Traumatic Injury
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Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have a skin lesion that bleeds easily or that changes app...
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