An infrequent hereditary disorder where capillaries (minute blood vessels) in the skin and mucous membranes, like those found in the mouth and nose, expand and create red spots. This condition, also recognized as hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, follows an autosomal dominant genetic pattern.
The growths can be prone to easy bleeding. Frequent nosebleeds, which can commence during childhood, are a prevalent indication. These growths can also emerge within the digestive tract, causing repeated bleeding that results in anemia. In the lungs, they might lead to the expulsion of blood through coughing, and in the brain, they can result in tissue impairment and seizures.
Iron supplements can be employed to address anemia. In certain instances, laser therapy is employed to close off the growths.