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Also known as: glomus tumors, glomus cell tumors.
Glomus bodies are a blood component that help regulate the temperature of the skin. If glomus bodies collect together, they form painful clusters that are visible beneath the skin known as glomangiomas.
In most cases, the cause of glomangiomas are unknown. However, some may have a genetic component as they can be passed along from parents to their children.
The clusters of glomus bodies typical of glomangiomas are blue or purple and visible underneath the skin. They can also become painful and are very sensitive to touch or pressure.
Surgical removal of glomangiomas is the most effective treatment option.
Reviewed by: Ana Margarita Duarte, MD
This page was last updated on: August 27, 2021 04:36 PM
The Division of Dermatology at Nicklaus Children's Hospital focuses on the latest medications and technology available for the specialized treatment of all skin diseases and disorders affecting children of all ages.
A glomus tumor or glomangioma is a rare, benign growth of blood vessels which can develop in both adults and children.