Granuloma Pyogenicum (Skin Disease Type)
This is a vascular reactive nodule that develops as a response to a minor injury. The overgrowth of capillaries leads to a raised red lump which bleeds profusely when torn.
Signs and symptoms
The
appearance of pyogenic granuloma is usually a color ranging from red/pink to
purple, and can be smooth or lobulated. Younger lesions are more likely to be
red because of the high number of blood vessels. Older lesions begin to change
into a pink color. Size ranges from a few millimeters to centimeters. This is
not to say that the pyogenic granuloma can not be bigger but it is more common
to see one within these measurements. It can be painful, especially if located
in an area of the body where it is constantly disturbed. Pyogenic granulomas
can grow rapidly and will often bleed profusely with little or no trauma. Some
cases may also include the granuloma "leaking" an oil like substance
causing the surface to be damp. This is especially if the granuloma is located
on the scalp.
Treatment
There
is usually no treatment if the pyogenic granuloma occurs during pregnancy since
the lesion may heal spontaneously. Recurrent bleeding in either the oral or
nasal lesions may necessitate excision and cauterization sooner, however. If
aesthetics are a concern, then treatment may be pursued as well. Usually, only
minor surgery may be needed, along with a dental cleaning for oral lesions to
remove any calculus or other source of irritation. For nasal lesions, one
should be discouraged from any nose-picking.
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