Expert Cherry Angioma Removal in London
£200 Fixed Price
Multiple Methods
Professional cherry angioma removal by GMC-registered consultant plastic surgeons. Laser therapy, electrocautery, cryotherapy, and surgical options available. Quick treatment with excellent cosmetic results.
What Are Cherry Angiomas?
Cherry angiomas, also called Campbell de Morgan spots or senile angiomas, are small, benign red or purple skin growths caused by clusters of tiny blood vessels. These harmless lesions typically appear as bright red, dome-shaped bumps ranging from pinpoint size to several millimeters in diameter. They’re extremely common, particularly from age 30 onwards, and increase in number with age.
While completely harmless medically, many people choose removal for cosmetic reasons, especially when angiomas are numerous, large, or located in visible areas. They can also bleed if knocked or scratched, which prompts removal for practical reasons.
Characteristics of Cherry Angiomas
- Color: Bright red, cherry red, or purple
- Size: Pinpoint to 5mm diameter (occasionally larger)
- Shape: Dome-shaped, smooth, slightly raised
- Texture: Smooth surface, may bleed if traumatized
- Location: Most common on trunk, arms, legs, shoulders
- Number: Can be single or multiple (often increase with age)
Cosmetic Improvement
Bright red spots on visible areas can be self-conscious. Removal restores clear, even-toned skin and improves confidence.
Prevent Bleeding
Angiomas that catch on clothing, jewelry, or during shaving can bleed. Removal eliminates this practical concern.
Quick Treatment
Most removal methods take just minutes with minimal discomfort. Multiple angiomas can be treated in one session.
Excellent Results
Modern techniques provide effective removal with minimal scarring. Most sites heal to near-invisible marks.
The exact cause isn’t fully understood, but they’re associated with:
- Age: Extremely common from 30s onwards, increasing with age
- Genetics: Tend to run in families
- Pregnancy: Hormonal changes can trigger development
- Climate: Some evidence suggests exposure to certain chemicals or climate affects development
They’re entirely benign and don’t indicate any underlying health problem.
Common Locations: Trunk (chest, back, abdomen), arms, legs, shoulders. Rarely on face, hands, or feet.
Cherry Angioma Removal Methods
We offer four proven removal techniques. Your consultant will recommend the optimal method based on angioma size, location, and number.
Laser Therapy
Precise, Non-Invasive Method: High-energy light targets blood vessels within the angioma.
- Laser energy absorbed by red blood cells
- Heat destroys blood vessels, angioma fades
- Minimal impact on surrounding skin
- Brief warmth sensation during treatment
- Excellent cosmetic results
- Ideal for small to medium angiomas
Best For: Multiple small angiomas, facial angiomas, patients wanting minimal scarring.
Electrocautery (Hyfrecation)
Heat-Based Removal: Electric current generates heat to destroy angioma tissue.
- Controlled electrical heat burns angioma
- Simultaneously cauterizes, preventing bleeding
- Quick procedure (seconds per angioma)
- Very effective for larger angiomas
- Minimal discomfort with topical anesthetic
- Small scab forms, heals within 1-2 weeks
Best For: Larger angiomas, raised angiomas, multiple lesions requiring efficient removal.
Cryotherapy (Freezing)
Liquid Nitrogen Treatment: Extreme cold destroys angioma tissue.
- Liquid nitrogen spray applied directly
- Angioma freezes and dies
- Falls off over 1-2 weeks
- Brief cold, stinging sensation
- May cause temporary skin lightening
- Good for small, superficial angiomas
Best For: Small angiomas, patients preferring non-heat methods.
Shave Excision
Surgical Removal: Angioma shaved off under local anesthetic.
- Local anesthetic ensures no pain
- Angioma carefully shaved flush with skin
- Base cauterized to prevent regrowth
- Suitable for raised, larger angiomas
- Heals to smooth surface
- Can send tissue for histology if desired
Best For: Large, raised angiomas requiring complete removal.
During consultation, we’ll examine your angiomas and recommend the most effective method. Factors include angioma size, number, location, and your skin type. Most patients opt for laser or electrocautery for optimal combination of effectiveness and cosmetic outcome.
Transparent Fixed Pricing
What’s Included:
- Expert consultation and assessment
- Treatment using optimal method
- All equipment and materials
- Post-treatment care instructions
- Follow-up support if needed
- Same-day treatment often available
If you have several cherry angiomas, additional lesions can be treated in the same session for £100 each. Very cost-effective for multiple angiomas. Examples:
- 1 angioma: £200
- 3 angiomas: £400 (£133 each average)
- 5 angiomas: £600 (£120 each average)
Most patients with multiple angiomas prefer treating them all at once for convenience and savings.
What to Expect: Your Appointment
The entire appointment typically takes 20-30 minutes. Actual treatment time depends on number of angiomas but is usually very quick—often just seconds per lesion.
Consultation (5-10 minutes)
Your consultant examines the angiomas, confirms they’re cherry angiomas (not other lesions), discusses treatment options, and answers questions.
Treatment (5-15 minutes)
Depending on method chosen:
- Laser: Brief pulses of light—slight warmth felt
- Electrocautery: Quick electrical heat—topical anesthetic minimizes discomfort
- Cryotherapy: Liquid nitrogen spray—cold, stinging sensation
- Shave Excision: Local anesthetic, then quick removal—no pain
Multiple angiomas treated systematically. Most patients are surprised how quick and easy it is.
Aftercare (5 minutes)
Treatment sites are checked. You receive aftercare instructions (usually very simple—keep clean, avoid sun). You can leave immediately and return to all normal activities.
- During Treatment: Minimal. Brief heat (laser/electrocautery) or cold (cryotherapy). Most describe as 1-3/10 discomfort.
- After Treatment: Minimal to none. Slight tenderness for 24 hours at most. No painkillers typically needed.
Recovery & Healing
Recovery from cherry angioma removal is very straightforward with minimal restrictions.
Healing Timeline by Method
- Laser: Immediate fading. Angioma may darken initially, then lightens over 1-2 weeks. Final result within 2-4 weeks.
- Electrocautery: Small scab forms, falls off in 7-10 days. Heals to flat mark that fades over weeks to months.
- Cryotherapy: May blister initially. Angioma darkens and falls off over 1-2 weeks. Temporary lightening possible.
- Shave Excision: Scab forms, heals within 1-2 weeks. Smooth, flat skin surface.
Aftercare Instructions
- Keep treatment sites clean—gentle washing with soap and water
- Avoid picking at scabs (let them fall off naturally)
- Apply SPF 50 sun protection to treated areas
- Avoid sun exposure or tanning for 2-4 weeks
- Resume all normal activities immediately
- No swimming or soaking for 3-5 days (showers fine)
Most cherry angioma removals heal with minimal to no visible scarring, especially with laser or electrocautery. Small marks fade significantly over 2-6 months. Darker skin types may experience temporary hyperpigmentation that resolves over time. Proper sun protection optimizes healing and minimizes scarring.
- Signs of infection (increasing redness, pus, fever)
- Significant pain or swelling
- Bleeding that doesn’t stop with gentle pressure
- Any concerns about healing
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cherry angiomas (also called Campbell de Morgan spots or senile angiomas) are small, benign red or purple skin growths caused by clusters of tiny dilated blood vessels. They appear as bright red, smooth, dome-shaped bumps typically 1-5mm in size. Extremely common, especially from age 30 onwards, they’re completely harmless but many people choose removal for cosmetic reasons.
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Cherry angioma removal costs £200 for the first lesion, with additional angiomas removed in the same session for £100 each. This includes consultation, treatment using optimal method (laser, electrocautery, cryotherapy, or surgical), and aftercare instructions. For example: 5 angiomas = £200 + (4 x £100) = £600 total (£120 each average). Very cost-effective for multiple lesions.
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No, cherry angiomas are completely benign (non-cancerous) and pose no health risk whatsoever. They’re simply cosmetic concerns or minor practical nuisances if they bleed when knocked. They don’t become cancerous, don’t spread, and don’t indicate any underlying disease. However, if you notice a “cherry angioma” that’s growing rapidly, irregularly shaped, or changing significantly, have it professionally evaluated to ensure it’s not a different type of lesion.
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Consider removal if: angiomas are cosmetically bothersome (especially on visible areas), numerous angiomas affecting confidence, they bleed when knocked or during shaving, catch on clothing or jewelry causing irritation, or simply cause ongoing concern. There’s no medical necessity to remove them—it’s entirely your choice based on how they affect you personally.
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Four main methods: 1. Laser therapy: High-energy light destroys blood vessels—minimal discomfort, excellent cosmetic results. 2. Electrocautery: Electrical heat burns angioma—very effective, quick healing. 3. Cryotherapy: Liquid nitrogen freezes angioma—non-invasive, may cause temporary skin lightening. 4. Shave excision: Surgical removal under local anesthetic—for larger, raised angiomas. Your consultant recommends the best method based on your specific angiomas.
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Minimal discomfort with all methods. Laser: Brief warmth (1-2/10). Electrocautery: Slight heat sensation, topical anesthetic minimizes discomfort (1-3/10). Cryotherapy: Cold, stinging for few seconds (2-4/10). Shave excision: Local anesthetic makes it painless (0/10 during procedure). After treatment, minimal to no pain—most patients don’t need any painkillers. Far less painful than most people anticipate.
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Properly treated cherry angiomas rarely recur in the exact same spot. However, if you’re prone to developing them, new angiomas may appear elsewhere on your body over time—this is normal and doesn’t indicate treatment failure. The tendency to develop cherry angiomas is genetic and age-related, so new ones forming is part of the natural aging process for susceptible individuals. Previously treated sites remain clear.
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There’s no strict limit—we can treat as many as needed in one session. Most patients have 5-20 angiomas removed together, though some have more. Since each individual angioma takes just seconds to treat, even large numbers can be addressed quickly (typically 15-30 minutes total treatment time). Treating multiple angiomas simultaneously is cost-effective (£100 each additional vs £200 separately) and convenient (single recovery period). During consultation, we’ll assess all your angiomas and create an efficient treatment plan.
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NHS rarely removes cherry angiomas as they’re benign and considered cosmetic. Treatment is typically only available if causing significant bleeding, functional problems, or diagnostic uncertainty. Even then, waiting times can be 3-6 months or longer. Private treatment offers immediate access, consultant-level expertise, choice of removal method, and same-day treatment—all for reasonable fixed pricing. For a purely cosmetic concern, private removal is straightforward and affordable.
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Book online at londonwartremoval.org/book-now or call 020 3916 6200. No GP referral needed. Appointments typically available within days, with same-day treatment often possible. Located at 101 Harley Street, London W1G 6AH—easily accessible from Oxford Circus (5 min walk) or Regent’s Park (8 min walk). Initial consultation allows assessment and discussion of treatment options, with treatment usually proceeding immediately if you’re comfortable.
Expert Consultant Care
All cherry angioma treatments are performed by GMC-registered consultant plastic surgeons with extensive experience in skin lesion removal.
Mr. Onur Gilleard
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
GMC specialist register. Former NHS consultant at St Bartholomew’s Hospital London. Expert in skin lesion assessment and removal with optimal cosmetic outcomes.
Mr. Reza Alamouti
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
GMC specialist register. Masters in Reconstructive Microsurgery and MSc Aesthetic Surgery. Known for precision and excellent aesthetic results.
Why Choose London Wart Removal?
Consultant Expertise
GMC-registered plastic surgeons perform all treatments—not GPs or nurses. Superior expertise ensures optimal results.
Multiple Methods
Four proven techniques available—we recommend the most effective method for your specific angiomas.
Same Day Treatment
Consultation and removal often completed in one 30-minute appointment. No waiting.
Excellent Cosmetics
Modern techniques provide effective removal with minimal scarring. Most sites heal to barely visible marks.
Cost-Effective
£200 first angioma, £100 additional—very affordable for multiple lesions. Transparent fixed pricing.
Central Location
Harley Street clinic easily accessible from all parts of London. Excellent transport links.
Ready to Remove Your Cherry Angiomas?
Expert removal by consultant plastic surgeons. Multiple methods available. Same-day treatment with excellent cosmetic results.
No GP referral needed. Multiple angiomas removed in one session. Quick treatment with minimal discomfort.