In the Rossi on the Skin of I.Randi

Generality

When we talk about reds on the skin, we generally refer to the presence on the skin surface of those that, in medical terms, are called ruby angiomas .

Ruby angiomas are usually benign tumor formations originating from endothelial cells located in blood vessels.

Fortunately, in most cases, the red moles on the skin are not dangerous and do not cause particular discomfort to the patient, but this does not have to be underestimated. In fact, when spots or "anomalous" and different from the usual appear on the skin, it is always good to ask for a consultation with the dermatologist. Sometimes, in fact, the reds on the skin may not be such, but could represent the symptom of some disorder not yet diagnosed.

What are

What are the Red Ones on the Skin?

As mentioned, the word "in the reds on the skin" is used in common language to indicate the ruby ​​angiomas that can appear on the skin. In detail, these angiomas are benign tumor formations that originate from the underlying blood vessels.

The reds on the skin, therefore, are not true moles (or nevi), but they represent a benign neoformation that develops starting from an endothelial cell of a blood vessel (in particular, of a capillary).

The red moles on the skin can appear in any part of the body, but generally they manifest themselves with greater incidence in the trunk, arms and legs.

Did you know that ...

In truth, there are also particular types of snow proper that can assume a variable coloration from brown-brown to pink-reddish: it deals with the snows of Spitz and the snows of Sutton. However, when we talk about reds on the skin, we usually want to indicate the ruby ​​angiomas mentioned above. Therefore, in this article only the latter type of benign tumor formation will be considered.

Features

Main characteristics of the Nei Rossi on the skin

The reds on the skin appear as patches or spots of varying sizes, generally between 2 and 5 millimeters, although in some cases they can reach larger sizes. The shape is usually roundish, or oval.

Of course, as can be deduced from their own name, these improperly said moles are of a shade of red that is often described as cherry red or ruby ​​red (hence the name of ruby ​​angioma).

The reds can be flat, or appear slightly raised and due to this characteristic they could remember the appearance of a papule.

Curiosity

Although moles on the skin can appear at any age (including the pediatric age), they tend to occur more frequently in older people.

Causes

What are the Causes of Rossi's Skin?

The causes underlying the formation of reds on the skin have not yet been identified.

Naturally, since it is a tumoral form (even if benign), the formation of these improperly called moles is due to a set of genetic alterations occurring in a cell (in this case, an endothelial cell of a capillary). Because of these mutations, the cell begins to reproduce in an uncontrolled manner, escaping the cellular control mechanisms and giving rise to the benign neoformation in question. However, the reason that leads to these genetic modifications and the consequent appearance of one or more reds on the skin has not yet been fully clarified.

However, the hypotheses formulated in this regard are many and among the possible causes considered potentially responsible for the appearance of these benign lesions, we recall:

• Genetic predisposition;
• Hormonal alterations;
• The frequent exposure to sun or artificial UV rays;
• Prolonged exposure to chemicals;
• The presence of some pathologies or disorders that involve the liver.

Symptoms

Are the Red On the Skin Symptomatic?

The reds on the skin generally do not cause any kind of symptom or discomfort in the patient who manifests them. However, if they appear in particularly delicate, exposed and visible areas - such as, for example, the face - the reds could represent an aesthetic misunderstanding that creates discomfort in the patient. In the most serious cases, this discomfort may even negatively affect the patient's psychological state.

Complications of the Rossi On the Skin

Although generally asymptomatic, it can happen that - for example, following traumas or cuts - the reds on the skin (in particular, when in relief) break, giving rise to more or less important bleeding. In such situations, it is good to contact your doctor or dermatologist immediately. These health figures, in fact, will provide the patient with all the useful information on the behavior to keep in the presence of such an eventuality.

However, if a red mole breaks on the skin, it is usually (but not necessarily) recommended to remove it.

Diagnosis

How do you diagnose Nei Rossi on your skin?

Generally, the diagnosis of nei red on the skin - hence the diagnosis of ruby ​​angiomas - is quite simple. In fact, as a rule, both the doctor and the dermatologist are satisfied with the visual analysis to determine if this type of benign asymptomatic formation is involved.

However, in the case in which the appearance of reds on the skin is associated with a particular symptomatology, or in the case in which their morphology is "abnormal", it may be necessary to resort to more detailed examinations in order to make a correct diagnosis.

Differential diagnosis

In the diagnosis phase, the red moles on the skin must be distinguished from other spots, dots or blisters of cherry red or ruby ​​red color that may appear on the skin following causes of various kinds. In this regard, we recall that the reds on the skin should not be confused with the red blotches that can occur due to:

• Infectious diseases, such as, for example, chicken pox or measles;
• Allergic diseases and disorders;
• Dermatitis;
• Other skin diseases and not.

Generally, differentiating the reds on the skin from the manifestations and symptoms of the aforementioned pathologies is not excessively complicated. In fact, unlike what happens with many of the aforementioned diseases, the red ones on the skin can occur individually. On the contrary, the blotches and red spots that characterize infectious, allergic or dermatitis diseases of various kinds generally appear in large numbers, involving areas of skin that are decidedly more extensive.

When to worry

When to worry and when to go to the doctor?

As repeatedly stated, the reds on the skin are not to be considered dangerous and are usually not symptomatic. However, should symptoms occur or changes in their morphology occur, it is advisable to contact your doctor promptly. More in detail, the reds on the skin should worry when:

• They become itchy and / or painful ;
• They increase in size, especially if in a very short time;
• They alter their color ;
• They appear in large quantities in one or more areas of skin;
• They bleed .

In the presence of any of the above symptoms, the doctor may decide to carry out more in-depth examinations (such as, for example, a biopsy ) in order to determine the presence or absence of malignant diseases (skin tumors). However, fortunately, the evolution of the reds on the skin from benign to malignant formation - although possible - is a rather rare occurrence.

Care and Treatment

Is there a cure for the reds in the skin?

Since these are benign asymptomatic lesions, the red ones on the skin do not normally require any kind of treatment or care.

However, in the event that they break down and / or if the patient considers these as an annoying blemish that must be eliminated, it is possible to contact a dermatologist for their removal.

Therefore, the only treatment currently available against the reds on the skin is their surgical removal . The techniques that can be exploited for this purpose are different:

• Excision by scraping, carried out using a special tool known as a curette.
• Removal by laser surgery .
• Cryosurgery, a method that uses freezing to eliminate different types of skin lesions, such as the red ones on the skin.
• Electrocautery, a method that allows the elimination of reds on the skin using a probe that supplies an electric current.
• Ablative radiofrequency, a technique that exploits the action of electromagnetic waves to remove various types of neoformations, including, in fact, the red ones on the skin ( note : ablative radiofrequency should NOT be confused with radiofrequency used in aesthetic medicine).

Please note

Of course, under no circumstances and under any circumstances should you try to remove the reds on your skin independently through the DIY. This practice, in fact, as well as useless, can be extremely dangerous.

For the elimination of the reds on the skin, therefore, it is absolutely necessary and indispensable to contact qualified and specialized medical personnel.