Strawberry red hemangiomas grow rapidly, and particularly those near the eye should be followed carefully by a dermatologist. A small early hemangioma on the left cheek. The face, neck, and scalp are typical locations for hemangiomas.
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Strawberry Hemangioma (Infantile Hemangioma)  A parent's guide for infants and babies

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Strawberry red hemangiomas grow rapidly, and particularly those near the eye should be followed carefully by a dermatologist.
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Signs and Symptoms
Most hemangiomas of infancy appear within the first 2 weeks of life. They may begin as a bump on the skin or as a flat, reddish patch that may appear similar to a bruise. Hemangiomas grow very rapidly for weeks or months, usually peaking in size at 6–9 months, and form raised areas ranging in size from a few millimeters to centimeters. They are bright red with well-defined borders. If a hemangioma grows very large, it may be prone to bleeding spontaneously.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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