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Overview
Spider angiomas have a red center with small vessels spreading out.
They fade when pressed.
When to get medical care
Call 911Not an emergency.
Get care todayYellow skin or vomiting blood.
See a doctor soonMany new spots.
Causes
Causes include pregnancy, liver disease, and birth control pills.
OwieClear has pages on 1 condition that can cause spider-like red spots on the chest, neck, or face. Each shows how soon to get care.
Common causes
- Alcohol-related liver damage (warning signs)Often needs care today
Long-term heavy drinking can damage the liver.
What you can do at home
- Note changes.
Medicines
Laser treatment can remove them.
At the doctor
Diagnosed by exam.
Questions you may be asked
- Alcohol
- Liver history
The exam
A skin exam.
Tests
- Liver tests
Prevention
Protect your liver.
- Limit alcohol
Check your symptoms
Most symptoms have more than one possible cause. The symptom checker looks at all of your symptoms together, plus your age, and shows how soon to get care.
Sources
Last updated 2026-11-13.