Is hemangioma a serious disease?
Disease description:
I have a tumor growing on my blood vessel, and my doctor said it's a hemangioma. I would like to ask the doctor, is hemangioma a serious condition?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Hemangioma is a common vascular disease, and its severity mainly depends on the type, location, and size of the lesion.
In general, asymptomatic hemangiomas, especially those located on the skin surface and not affecting function, are usually not serious. However, when hemangiomas appear near vital organs or tissues, such as the brain or spinal cord, or are large in size with compressive symptoms, their severity significantly increases.
Some hemangiomas may be associated with hereditary syndromes, such as Kaposiform hemangioendothelioma and tufted angioma. In these cases, the presence of hemangiomas often suggests that the patient may have underlying health issues requiring comprehensive evaluation.
Timely diagnosis and treatment for hemangiomas are crucial. Treatment options include medication, surgical intervention, laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and other methods. With proactive treatment, the growth and symptoms of hemangiomas can be effectively controlled.
