1. What is infantile hemangioma? Infantile hemangioma is a common benign tumor that usually appears weeks or months after birth. It is usually described as a small red or purple bump that sometimes grows and becomes larger. Although most of the time they are harmless, treatment may be needed in some cases. 2. Types of Infantile Hemangiomas There are two main types of infantile hemangiomas: superficial and deep. Superficial hemangiomas usually appear as red or purple spots or bumps on the surface of the skin. Deep hemangioma is in the skin