Did you suddenly notice these red dot lesions on your body, but you don't know what they are? Well, find out here
We are all well aware that our bodies are constantly changing and evolving. The passage of time causes all kinds of changes - even imperceptible ones - and it's not rare that we eventually notice these. For example, have you ever suddenly found red dots on your skin? They are small spots that come out from one day to the next, but who amongst us knows what they are?
Should we worry about these red dots or not? The time has come to find out.
Asking yourself this question is perfectly natural and normal, so let's try to find an answer.
First of all, it should be noted that these red dots are a particular feature that typically emerges in people over 30 years of age. They do not appear on children's skin at all, but are linked to the passage of time. They look like moles, but they're not. So, what do they indicate, then?
These red dots are called cherry angiomas and are small skin lesions made up of tiny blood vessels or capillaries. It is from these that they take their red colouring. Also known as Campbell de Morgan spots or senile angiomas, they are benign lesions associated with aging, and they become more numerous as we get older.
These spots do not normally pose a problem for our health: they are usually harmless. But there are rare exceptions. In any event, it is always best to contact a specialist if in any doubt.
Another question that is often asked: can these red dots be prevented from appearing? Well, there are ways to inhibit their apperance, but no precautions are guarenteed.
One thing you can do is protect your skin from UV rays. Prolonged exposure to sunlight increases the likelyhood of these spots appearing on the arms, legs, chest and other parts of the body. Keeping your skin well protected and healthy is the best way to avoid any problems like this from arising. And laser treatment can also remove them - but be sure to consult a skin specialist about this first.
Do you have any of these spots and did you already know what they were?
