Bleeding cavernous hemangioma of lower lip: a case report

Abstract

Introduction: Hemangioma is a common benign vascular tumor. However, bleeding cavernous hemangioma of the lower lip are a rare condition. Case presentation: A 67-year-old female presented with bleeding from the lower lip. The bleeding increased with palpation. A clinical diagnosis of hemangioma of the lower lip was made. It was difficult to localize with ultrasound. It was explored and excised successfully. Clinical discussion: Hemangioma can be superficial, deep, or mixed. Generally, hemangioma involute spontaneously. Bleeding hemangioma causing functional disturbances need to be treated, for which various modalities are available, including excision. Conclusion: Hemangioma of the lip is a benign tumor of vascular origin. In selected cases, excision can be performed.