telangiectasia
/tɛˌlændʒiˈɛkˌteɪʒə/
noun
- A medical condition in which small blood vessels near the surface of the skin become permanently widened, creating red or purple thread-like lines or spots.
- The doctor explained that the red lines on her cheeks were caused by telangiectasia, not an allergic reaction.
- People with rosacea often develop telangiectasia on their nose and cheeks over time.
- Laser treatment can reduce the appearance of telangiectasia on the face.