Introduction

Spider Naevi occur in up to 15% of normal persons and even more in children. They are frequently solitary but may be multiple, even in health. Liver disease is seldom found but should be suspected at any age when lesions are numerous.

Primary care

Lesions in children may regress spontaneously and treatment is not usually indicated. Treatment:

	Cautery
	Diathermy
	Laser to the central vessel

 

Referral Advice

This condition should not normally be referred to secondary care