Will a hemangioma disappear on its own?
Jul 08, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Feng
Introduction
Strawberry hemangiomas in infants and young children usually appear within a few weeks after birth. They gradually decrease in size as the child grows and generally resolve spontaneously around the age of 5 to 7 years. During this process, their color changes from bright red to dark red, and eventually fades away without requiring specific intervention. Cavernous hemangiomas and mixed-type hemangiomas typically do not disappear on their own.
Generally, strawberry hemangiomas in infants may disappear on their own, while cavernous hemangiomas, mixed hemangiomas, and others typically do not resolve spontaneously. If any abnormalities are noticed, timely medical consultation is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:
Strawberry hemangiomas on infants often appear within a few weeks after birth. They tend to shrink gradually with age and usually regress spontaneously around the age of 5 to 7 years. During this process, their color changes from bright red to dark red, and eventually fades away without specific intervention.
Because cavernous hemangiomas and mixed hemangiomas involve deeper tissues or have complex structures, they generally do not regress spontaneously. Instead, they might enlarge over time, compress surrounding tissues, or affect appearance, and therefore require treatment through medications, laser therapy, surgery, or other methods.
Once a hemangioma is detected, its size and color changes should be monitored. If it grows rapidly or is located in a special area, prompt medical attention is advised, so that a doctor can determine whether intervention is necessary.
