noun
- Plural of haemangioma; benign tumors composed of blood vessels, typically appearing as red or purple marks on the skin.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Also spelled 'hemangiomas' in U.S. English; Common in infants and young children
Examples
- The infant was born with several small haemangiomas on her face.
- Most haemangiomas appear within the first few weeks of life.
- The dermatologist explained that haemangiomas are usually harmless and often fade over time.
- Treatment options for haemangiomas include observation, laser therapy, or medication.
- Port-wine stains are a type of vascular malformation distinct from haemangiomas.