Benign Skin Lesions
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Benign Skin Lesions conditions
Cherry angiomaCherry angioma is a common benign vascular skin lesion characterized by small, bright red papules caused by proliferating capillaries in the dermis.Infantile hemangiomaInfantile hemangioma is a benign vascular tumor appearing in infancy, characterized by rapid growth followed by spontaneous involution over years.Keratosis pilarisKeratosis pilaris is a common skin condition causing rough, small bumps due to keratin buildup blocking hair follicles, often on the arms and thighs.Melanocytic nevusMelanocytic nevus is a benign skin lesion formed by clusters of melanocytes, typically presenting as a pigmented mole with uniform color and well-defined borders.Pyogenic granulomaPyogenic granuloma is a benign vascular lesion characterized by rapid growth of red, friable nodules often triggered by trauma or hormonal changes.Seborrheic keratosisSeborrheic keratosis is a benign skin growth characterized by waxy, stuck-on plaques that commonly appear on the trunk, face, and extremities in older adults.