As the name suggests, cherry angiomas appear as tiny cherry red domes measuring 1 to 4 mm in diameter. Early angiomas are flat. They may occur as solitary lesions or number in the hundreds. They may be found on all body sites.

Are cherry angiomas flat or raised?

Cherry angiomas are commonly round to oval-shaped. They can be smooth and flat, or they can develop as a raised bump on the skin. It's also possible for a cherry angioma to start out small and flat and grow into a larger bump.

What causes flat cherry angiomas?

What causes cherry angiomas? The exact cause of red moles is unknown, but there may be a genetic factor that makes certain people more likely to get them. They've also been linked to pregnancy, exposure to chemicals, certain medical conditions, and climate.