Hemangioma

What does "Hemangioma" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "hemangioma" is a term used in medical documents to describe a noncancerous growth that primarily involves blood vessels. These growths often appear at birth or in the first or second week of life. They look like a rubbery bump and are usually found on the head or neck. They can be of different color, but are often red because of the blood vessels they contain.

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