Question
My child has a small red bump on their body, and I suspect it might be a hemangioma. What other symptoms are there?
Answer
Hemangiomas can continue to grow and present many potential risks. Common symptoms include difficulty speaking and trouble swallowing. Depending on their location, hemangiomas can have different effects on infants. Surface hemangiomas on the neck and face may affect appearance, while those growing in the oropharynx and hypopharynx can cause swallowing difficulties and difficulty speaking. Hemangiomas in the throat and trachea may lead to respiratory difficulties.