Pyogenic granuloma in children

What is a pyogenic granuloma in children?

A pyogenic granuloma (pyo·​gen·​ic - gran·​u·​lo·​ma) is a common skin growth in children. It is a small bright red, glistening bump that typically appears on the face, arms, or hands.

It looks like a hemangioma. It typically has a thin, white border where it meets the skin. They may bleed profusely, ulcerate or become crusty, but most are shiny, red, bead-like bumps.

Se cree que estas lesiones surgen en áreas de traumatismos cutáneos, pero generalmente no hay antecedentes de lesiones cutáneas que el paciente o los padres puedan recordar.

Los granulomas piógenos son una “molestia” benigna. No son cancerosos de ninguna manera. Tienden a sangrar si el niño se golpea la lesión.

How is a pyogenic granuloma in children treated?

Pyogenic granuloma in children are usually removed with minor surgery and cautery and may leave a small scar (like a chicken pox scar). After excision, there is a chance that the pyogenic granuloma may regrow and need to be retreated.