Blood spots are also known as cherry angiomas or hemangiomas and can be referred to as Campbell de Morgan spots. They are a completely harmless vascular blemish. This blemish can very in size from very small to substantial cases where they are raised in a dome shaped lump and can be the size of a penny.
Typically, they range in colour from bright red through two darker red on the larger ones.
They can also appear particularly vivid on fair skin tones. This is a benign blemish, which can have its appearance reduced by Electrolysis.
Typically, they happen in middle age, but not always. They often happen as part of the ageing process. They are most commonly present on the trunk of the Body, particularly on the midriff, back or chest, although they can occur on the face and limbs. Most people over the age of 40 will have at least one, and they tend to be more common in men than in women. They can be found on individuals of any race or ethnic background.
Typically, they are not painful. They can be prone to bleeding as the blood is very near the surface of the skin if scratched or caught in a zip or necklace. If there is any doubt whatsoever about what this lesion is, you will be asked to confirm the diagnosis with your general practitioner.
Treatments are likely to need repeating at four week intervals. It can take up to four weeks to notice a difference.
This procedure will not stop new lesions forming.