This ring-like lesion is smooth and without scaling, typical of granuloma annulare. This image displays a small, smooth, round, slightly elevated lesion typical of granuloma annulare. This image displays a smooth, light pink, ring-like, slightly elevated lesion typical of granuloma annulare. This image displays a smooth, ring-like lesion typical of granuloma annulare. Granuloma annulare has non-scaling, round, ring-like skin lesions. This image displays the raised edge typical of granuloma annulare as well as multiple lesions, combining the ring shapes. This image displays subtle ring shapes in a child with granuloma annulare. This image displays the tops of a hand and foot affected by granuloma annulare. This image displays granuloma annulare on the elbow.
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Granuloma Annulare  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Granuloma Annulare: This ring-like lesion is smooth and without scaling, typical of granuloma annulare. Divider line
This ring-like lesion is smooth and without scaling, typical of granuloma annulare.
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Self-Care Guidelines
If the lesions of granuloma annulare are itchy, an over-the-counter cortisone cream may be helpful.
When to Seek Medical Care
If your child has bumps or a ring-shaped lesion on the skin for more than several weeks, see his or her doctor or a dermatologist who can tell whether the bumps are due to granuloma annulare or conditions such as ringworm, insect bites, or even Lyme disease.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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