Can hemangiomas grow larger?
Nov 06, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Lei
Introduction
Whether a hemangioma will grow depends on its type: infantile hemangiomas usually gradually increase in size with age, while hemangiomas in adults typically grow slowly or remain stable. It is important to avoid friction or trauma to the area of the hemangioma and to keep the local skin clean and dry. For rapidly growing infantile hemangiomas, regular monitoring of changes is necessary.
Whether a hemangioma will grow depends on its type: infantile hemangiomas usually increase in size with age, while adult hemangiomas typically grow slowly or remain stable. Specific details are as follows:
Infantile hemangiomas often appear shortly after birth and enter a rapid growth phase during the first 1–2 years of life, during which their volume increases noticeably and color may darken. They commonly occur on the head, face, and neck. Growth tends to slow down as the child ages, and some may even regress spontaneously.
Adult hemangiomas are mostly congenital or develop gradually over time. The blood vessel tissue is generally stable and does not significantly enlarge. Only a small number may experience slight growth due to factors such as trauma or hormonal changes, but any growth is typically slow and has minimal impact on health.
In daily life, it's important to avoid friction or impact on areas with hemangiomas and to keep the local skin clean and dry. For infantile hemangiomas that grow rapidly, regular monitoring is recommended. Protecting the area from sun exposure and avoiding irritants can help minimize adverse influences and support local tissue stability.
