L98: Other disorders of skin and subcutaneous tissue, not elsewhere classified
L98.0: Pyogenic granuloma
The bump consists of a lot of small, new blood vessels. It can appear after injuries, for example. This type of bump is often found on the head, hands or feet, and it quickly gets bigger.
The bump is usually red or blue and it is not very painful. The skin is often very sensitive at the bump, and it can easily get injured and bleed.
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