Warts are skin diseases of an infectious nature.The causative agent is the human papillomavirus.They are small benign tumor-like skin formations that look like a papilla or nodule.As a rule, they are not inflammatory in nature.
You can be infected with papillomavirus through contact with a sick person, including sexual contact, through household items, bedding, towels, toys, dishes and through skin damage.The incubation period lasts from 2 weeks to 2-3 months.
If the warts are small and do not cause discomfort, they can be left alone.If they are subjected to mechanical friction against clothing, cause pain when touched or bring physical and psychological discomfort, doctors advise to get rid of them.
Wart removal methods
Today, modern medicine offers several effective medical procedures for removing warts.These are the following methods:
- laser burning;
- cryodestruction;
- surgical removal;
- electrocoagulation.
Let's take a closer look at each method of removing skin lesions.
Laser
Laser is currently considered one of the most effective methods for removing skin tags.The method is painless, very effective and has a minimum of consequences and complications in the form of scars, scars and hyperpigmentation of the skin.
The main effect of the device is vaporization (erbium laser) or coagulation of skin cells (carbon dioxide laser).The principle of operation of the laser is the photomechanical destruction of the wart tissue and the continuous removal of its layers by a device.Light energy is transformed into thermal energy, which contributes to the destruction of skin formations.
Indications for use
Any type of wart can be removed with a laser:
- soles;
- usual growth in the body;
- apartment.
Laser burning of warts is done layer by layer using local anesthesia.The procedure takes a few minutes.The depth of laser penetration and exposure time depend on the depth and location of the accumulation.A small depression remains in the place of growth;after a few weeks it levels off.
After the removal of growths with laser beams, no special care is required for the skin.The resulting pit evens out on its own after 2-5 weeks.If the growths were on the legs, then the legs should be protected from excessive stress for 2 weeks.
Contraindications
Despite its advantages, the laser still has some contraindications.It cannot be used in the following cases:
- high temperature;
- colds (ARVI, acute respiratory infections, flu, sore throat);
- hypertension;
- the presence of herpes infection in the acute phase.
Pregnant women and nursing mothers can use the laser with extreme caution and only after consulting a doctor.
Cryodestruction
This method involves the use of liquid nitrogen.The skin tag is exposed to low nitrogen temperatures.As a result of deep freezing, tissue death occurs.That is, the cells of the changed skin become very cold under the influence of nitrogen, as a result of which the water inside them freezes.When water freezes, it expands, causing the cell to rupture and die.Education simply stops "living", collapses and dies.
Indications for use:
- the wart changes shape or color;
- the formation constantly hurts, hurts, itches, itches, bleeds;
- growth of formations throughout the body;
- has the appearance of a cosmetic defect;
- placed on the labia;
- at the request of the patient.
The procedure is carried out in several ways - hardware (cryoprobe) or manual (special applicator, 25-30 cm long).The manual method is used more often than the hardware one.
Anesthesia is done with novocaine or lidocaine.An applicator with a wound cotton wool is immersed in a container of nitrogen and touched to the affected area with light pressure.The manipulation time is 10-30 seconds, which depends on the size of the wart.After the first manipulation, there is a pause of 1-2 minutes to see how the nitrogen has affected the tissue.When raised with nitrogen, the growth begins to fade, then becomes white and denser in structure.The procedure can be repeated 3-5 times with an interval of 3-5 days.
The next day a blister appears in this place.This is a normal phenomenon and should not be worried.It can be reddish or white.If the blister is small and does not bother you, there is no need to open it.It will open on its own after 5-6 days.New new skin forms underneath.If the blister is large and begins to hurt due to the pressure of the fluid in it, then it can be carefully opened.It is best to have this done by a doctor to avoid infection.If you do not want to go to the doctor, then you should open it with a sterile needle, preheated over fire.After the puncture, the wound is treated with an antiseptic.A gauze bandage is placed over it and wrapped with a bandage.For pain, you can take pain relievers.
A week after the procedure, the surface of the skin becomes dark, begins to peel and the growths disappear.During treatment and exfoliation, the skin should be wiped with a 2% solution of salicylic alcohol.
Contraindications
This method has no contraindications.Nitrogen can be used by children and pregnant women.Complications can arise if the procedure is performed incorrectly or if the rules for wound care after manipulation are violated.
Surgical excision
Surgical removal of warts is performed if the growths are large, very deep and flat and occupy large areas of the body.The operation is performed under local anesthesia using a surgical scalpel.Excision of skin formation and placement of intradermal cosmetic sutures.They are removed after a week.After such an operation, a small, light, thin and flat scar 2-3 mm long remains.An absorbable silicone patch is applied to it for quick healing.
After the operation, it is forbidden to visit solariums and baths, or to remove the resulting crust.For the first week, do not wet the wound, just treat it with antiseptics and maintain hygiene.
Contraindications:
- period of pregnancy and lactation;
- worsening of herpes;
- inflammatory, infectious processes in the body.
Electrocoagulation
The method involves the use of an electrocoagulator.Electric shock can remove any type of wart except plantar warts because they are thicker in texture.
The procedure is performed using local anesthesia.A high frequency current is supplied to the metal loop.It stops growth and clots the surrounding tissue.The surrounding tissue is warmed, which prevents bleeding and further spread of the virus to healthy areas.
After exposure to current, a crust is formed;it disappears by itself after 7-10 days.The wound should be treated with an antiseptic and not wet with water.A light, flat scar may remain.
Contraindications:
- low blood coagulation;
- intolerance to electrical procedures;
- worsening of herpes;
- oncological diseases;
- worsening of chronic diseases.
Many people are interested in the question: what is better to remove warts, laser or nitrogen?Compared to other methods of removing growths, the laser has many advantages, among them:
- the speed of the procedure (2-3 minutes);
- absence of wounds and scars;
- without pain;
- exclusion of infection during manipulations;
- there is no risk of damaging healthy areas;
- the likelihood of relapse is minimized;
- There are almost no contraindications.
As for nitrogen, it can be used by children and pregnant women, has no contraindications, is affordable and the procedure is performed quickly.Por nëse teknika shkelet, plagët mund të mbeten.Plaga duhet të kujdeset me kujdes.There may be relapses.
Removal of warts with nitrogen today is also considered an effective method of treatment, but still the laser works more precisely, painlessly and does not leave scars, which is very important.
It is advisable to combine the methods described for removing warts with the general anti-recurrence treatment.
The possibility of the re-formation of warts depends on the quality and time frame of the procedures, as well as on the state of the immune system.Well, to find out which removal methods are suitable for you, it is better to consult a doctor for advice.