TELANGIECTASES
\tˈɛlɐŋɡˌa͡ɪkte͡ɪsɪz], \tˈɛlɐŋɡˌaɪkteɪsɪz], \t_ˈɛ_l_ɐ_ŋ_ɡ_ˌaɪ_k_t_eɪ_s_ɪ_z]\
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Permanent dilation of preexisting blood vessels (capillaries, arterioles, venules) creating small focal red lesions, usually in the skin or mucous membranes. The lesion may present as a coarse or fine red line or as a punctum with radiating limbs. (From Dorland, 27th ed)
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.