Papillomas are benign growths on our skin. As a rule, they have the appearance of a wart on a thin stalk and are expanded at the top, look like cauliflower, are firm and brown or pink in color. The cause of their appearance is a virus, and the papilloma itself can reach a size of up to 1 cm in diameter.
Where does innovation come from?
Papillomas spread in different parts of the skin: in the eyelid, in the mouth, on the lips, chest, armpit and intimate places. More problematic is their removal in the genitals, since there they appear mainly in the form of a pile.
This virus can be transmitted in the following cases:
- you can get infected in public places (baths, saunas);
- neoplasia is transmitted from mother to child;
- formations appear with weakened immunity;
- during the period of birth of a child;
- under severe stress;
- sexually.
How to get rid of papillomas?
There are several methods for removing papillomas.
For example, surgical, but they resort to its use when the formation begins to exceed 1 cm in diameter, and also if there is a suspicion of oncology. More often, a gentler method of removal is used: cauterization with liquid nitrogen. Destruction by cold is a painless operation and it looks like this: the cut papilloma is filled with liquid nitrogen, a reaction occurs with the air, which then turns into crystals that destroy the papilloma itself.
And now we will talk about the most effective method of treating this virus - laser removal. Before the procedure, doctors do tests to rule out the risk of cancer, and if there is none, then proceed to the procedure itself.
A laser is directed at the formation and held for just under a minute. The beam removes water from the diseased cells and they turn into a crust. Within half an hour, the skin in this place will redden, and this reaction will subside in a few days.
Is it necessary to remove the papilloma?
Removal is not mandatory. However, it should be borne in mind that there are many types of such formations, and you yourself cannot determine which one you have, which can lead to unpleasant consequences.
For example, with a certain type of virus, a disease can develop into an oncological disease in 3-5 years, while it will quickly spread throughout the body. So it is better to protect yourself and get rid of education once and for all. Do not even think about removing the papilloma yourself and at home, this can lead to major complications.
Who is eligible for removal?
Indications for the use of the above methods is the appearance of papillomas on the human skin. They are usually removed only when they have lost their original appearance, for example, you have injured it, or it is inflamed, or there are cancerous cells in it.
As mentioned above, the main way to treat them is to remove them, but so that they no longer bother you with their appearance, you should undergo a course of prevention, which may include taking immunostimulating, antiviral andcytotoxic.
Features of the procedure
Laser removal treatment affects the skin differently depending on the size of the lesion. It is also worth noting that this procedure solves the problem of reappearance.
Despite all the advantages of this method, it also has its disadvantages. For example, if the formation was large, then a scar may remain in its place after the procedure. This is due to the fact that tissue regeneration has slowed down.
It is very important to provide the skin with proper care after surgery, as it is the wrong care of the skin, or the lack of it, that can lead to inflammation and suffocation.
How is laser papilloma removal performed?
In any case, before starting the procedure, you should undergo an examination and consult a doctor. This is necessary to find out if there is any blood disease or intolerance to such operations. Local anesthesia is used during the procedure.
The laser removal procedure is painless and completely safe if performed in a specialized clinic. The success of the operation depends not only on the equipment, but also directly on the experience of the doctor who will perform the removal.
The depth of the rays is selected individually for each patient, depending on the thickness of the skin. The beam is divided into many small beams, which are directed towards the papilloma itself to burn the affected cells, without harming your health. The laser blocks the blood vessels, stopping the bleeding. This ensures that there will be no bruising after removal. At the end of the procedure, the wound is treated with an antiseptic and a bandage or patch is applied.
An operation such as laser removal will help you get rid of formations forever.
Contraindications
What are the contraindications for this procedure:
- During pregnancy, this method cannot be used, because due to the active activity of the future mother's hormones, a colloidal scar may remain on the body;
- For people with cancer, laser removal is also categorically contraindicated;
- The fair sex is not recommended to perform the procedure before the age of eighteen and after the age of 45.
In addition, a contraindication is:
- The period of breastfeeding a child;
- High blood pressure before the procedure;
- Acute, chronic skin diseases;
- Herpes on the skin;
- Fever and chills;
- Diabetes;
- The period after the sun.
Postoperative care
A very important factor is proper care after the procedure, because if you care incorrectly or refuse to care at all, the place where the papilloma was may become inflamed or irritated.
So, the basic rules of care after the procedure:
- You cannot wet the place where the papilloma was for three days, and for the first day it is better not to wash at all to avoid water ingress;
- Peeling is not recommended;
- Do not lubricate with various creams and ointments;
- Do not sunbathe;
- Do not bathe in a bath or sauna;
- Do not swim in the pool;
- Do not apply cosmetics if the papilloma was on the face;
- It is allowed to smear with "Karganate" or "Fukortsin" once a day;
- In order not to contaminate the wound, you can apply a gauze bandage and close it with adhesive tape. Within two to three days, the crust will go away on its own and healthy skin will be in its place.
If you follow these simple rules of care, then there will be no consequences for your skin and you will be satisfied with the result.
Reviews of many people about laser removal are very positive, as there is no bleeding and blisters on the body during the operation, the operation itself is very quick and painless, there are no scars and small (if the formation was not more than 1cm) formations are removed in one session.
If you have not yet decided how to get rid of papillomas, then we recommend laser removal, you will be satisfied with the process itself and its consequences.