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spider nevus

/ˈspaɪdər ˈniːvəs/

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/ˈspaɪdər ˈniːvəs/C1formalmedical
  • ruНебольшое красное образование на коже с мелкими кровеносными сосудами, расходящимися наружу, как паучьи лапки, обычно вызванное повышенным уровнем эстрогена или заболеванием печени.

A small, red skin lesion with tiny blood vessels radiating outward like a spider's legs, typically caused by increased estrogen levels or liver disease.

  1. Skin lesionC1formal

    A small, red, spider-like blood vessel formation on the skin, often associated with liver disease or hormonal changes.

    ruСосудистое образование на коже

    • The doctor identified a spider nevus on the patient's chest.
    • Spider nevi can appear during pregnancy due to hormonal shifts.
    • Multiple spider nevi may indicate underlying liver problems.