How are capillary hemangiomas treated?
Capillary hemangiomas are treated in a variety of ways, depending on location, severity, etc. • Steroids are often used to treat hemangiomas. Steroids stop the progression of hemangiomas by causing the blood vessels to shrink. Steroids can be taken by mouth, injected into the hemangioma or applied to the surface of the hemangioma. • Laser is often used for the superficial components of the hemangioma to prevent growth or diminish size. • Surgery for hemangioma around the eye is generally reserved for small, discrete and below the skin surface lesions. • Propranolol is being used in some centers to help reduce the size of the hemangioma.
