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Vascular Spider (Noun)

Meaning

A dilation of superficial capillaries with a central red dot from which blood vessels radiate.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The doctor noted a vascular spider on the patient's nose, a visible sign of increased blood pressure.
  • She complained to her dermatologist about a vascular spider on her cheek that had appeared during pregnancy.
  • Hepatic cirrhosis often results in the appearance of vascular spiders, so her doctor was concerned.
  • While treating rosacea, the doctor needed to address several vascular spiders on the patient's face.
  • As part of a routine skin exam, the nurse practitioner checked the patient for vascular spiders on the face, neck, and chest.

Synonyms

  • Spider Angioma
  • Spider Nevus

Hypernyms

  • Angioma
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