Wart is a benign formation on the skin that looks like a rounded elevation, due to the strong growth of the surface epithelium and papillary layer.
In most cases, cell proliferation is caused by HPV, provoked by external and internal factors - tearfulness, decreased immunity, for some types - increased extremity sweating. You become infected with HPV through contact with carriers and objectsCan. This does not apply to senile warts - their formation is non-viral in nature.
The sizes of the formations vary on average from 1 to 15 mm (senile ones reach 6 cm). They have an uneven surface, so they are easily contaminated, because of this, over time, they are almost identical to the flesh. May change color to brown. Many units may gather in groups when they are close. All warts can be removed. In some cases, if the patient is comfortable, the doctor may decide to observe without removal.
When to see a doctor immediately:
- education is located in the genital area;
- In the area of the neoplasm, itching, discharge are observed;
- has a contrasting color, there are spots;
- It changes shape and color;
- Everyday life is hurt because of the location;
- You're not sure it's a wart.
types of warts
There are 4 types:
- ordinary (simple) - formed on the hands (subgroup inside - bottom);
- flat - mostly occur in young people, hence another name for flat warts young;
- Indicated - formed in the genital area, infections of the type HPV that cause it;
- Aging - causes are unclear, are not caused by HPV, tend to occur in people of middle and older age.
Common warts are 1-10 mm in size, dense, keratinized. The average life of such a formation is about 2 years, after which it resolves spontaneously. The most common localization site is the brush.
Plantar warts are formations on the feet that first look like a small callus, then a rough surface with black dots in the center and a small roller along the edge. Horny formations cause discomfort, because of theirThe patient experiences pain when walking. They can cause loss of mobility and performance. Removal of plantar warts greatly improves quality of life.
Flat warts have clear borders, small sizes - up to 5 mm, slightly rising above the surface of the skin by 1-2 mm. Any shape - round or uneven. Irritation of the skin, scratches, cuts can provoke the appearance. The preferred places for the localization of these types of formations are the face, hands and shin.
Genital warts are located on the genitals. They are treated by removal, and very quickly, as they can acquire large sizes. Infection occurs sexually, more likely in the presence of sores in the groin. CondylomasThere are pink nodules that merge and form papillary growths attached to the body on a single stalk.
Senile warts (seborrheic keratosis) are listed only those that are not related to HPV. We can talk about a genetic predisposition due to a persistent positive family history. Formations can reach a fairly large size - 4-6 cm (average size- 0. up to 2-3 cm). They are born in groups of up to 20 units. The most common sites of localization are the chest, face, neck, forearm, hands.
At first, the elements are flat and small, the surface is uneven. They are covered with crusts that are easily removed. Then the crusts become dense, drying out, covered with cracks. Over time, their thickness is 1May be -2 cm. With age, they take the form of mushroom caps, turning black, although they are originally pale yellow or pink in color. Contain impurities. The formations never turn cancerous.
mole removal
The treatment of the wart is selected by the doctor on an individual basis, depending on its type, size, contraindications and other aspects. The clinic offers 4 methods of removal of warts, papillomas and condylomas:
- using a radio wave scalpel;
- CO2 removal by laser;
- cryodestruction;
- Diathermocoagulation.
They are suitable for removing flat and raised warts. Unfortunately, none of the presented methods are able to eliminate HPV from the body, leaving the possibility of recurrence at 30%. Also, anyThe method does not give a 100% guarantee, an additional procedure may be required. After removal, scars may remain, the right choice of clinic and technique will help to avoid this. Experienced dermatologists in a professional clinic and according to modern standardsThe high quality equipment manufactured is a combination that provides high quality service, painlessness and rapid recovery. Infiltration and application anesthesia are available.
laser removal
The laser produces a powerful energy light flux, which leads to a sharp increase in temperature in the tissues. The advantages of removing papillomas and warts with a laser are the absence of bleeding, blisters, large scars. The procedure takes 5-7 minutes. As a rule, structures are dismantled the first time.
Removal of warts is carried out according to the following scheme:
- treatment of the skin with an antiseptic;
- treatment with an anesthetic (injection or lubrication);
- treatment of papillomas over the entire surface;
- Treatment of the resulting wound and dressing.
cryodestruction
Treatment is carried out with liquid nitrogen. This procedure is used to remove a wide range of neoplasms and even in the treatment of tumors of internal organs, in diseases of the cervix, in surgery of the liver. Effects of low temperatureIn AD, the water inside the cells freezes, the cell bursts and dies.
Removal process:
- anesthesia (if it is large, then it is located in an area with thin skin);
- exposure to a cotton swab soaked in liquid nitrogen (5-30 seconds depending on the size);
- Waiting 2 minutes. Examination. If necessary, repeat the procedure.
The next day a bubble will appear on the skin, which will gradually pass. The task of the patient is not to damage the bubble prematurely, wash gently, not applying a patch, protecting it from external influences.
diathermocoagulation
This method of treatment involves scarring of tissues using high-frequency current, contact and non-contact method. The procedure is performed with the help of EKhVCh (high frequency electrosurgical equipment). Its difference from the radio wave scalpel "Surgitron" is high-The frequency lies in the use of current - about 400 kHz (up to 4 MHz in radio knives). The method allows bloodless coagulation of the skin and effectively copes with formations.
radio wave scalpel
When removing warts, as a radio wave scalpel, Surgitron is used, which is 3. 8-4. Works on radio waves with a frequency of 0 MHz. The wave vaporizes the cells to which it is directed, and does not affect the neighboring ones. Often this method is used on the face, neck, neck because of its softness. carried out on the genitals. Advantages include high speed, anemia, minimal inflammation, rapid healing.
The operation is performed as follows:
- the skin is treated with an antiseptic;
- anesthesia is administered (injection, cream);
- The doctor takes a waveguide of the desired size and removes the neoplasm;
- Antiseptic treatment.
Make an appointment with a dermatologist
The network of NEARMEDIC clinics offers many effective methods for removing flat, pointed, old, normal, including plantar warts. An inexperienced person can confuse warts with other neoplasms that can turn into a malignant form - of treatmentBefore resorting, it is necessary to consult a dermatologist.
In our clinic, experienced dermatologists, candidates of medical sciences and doctors, with whom you can consult even in difficult cases, are engaged in treatment. On the website you will find the names, photos and biographies of all specialists with the place of their admissionHere you can make an appointment with a specific doctor.
Removing the visible manifestations of the problem is not enough to reduce the likelihood of recurrence. For this, general therapy with antiviral drugs is used, which reduce the activity of the human papillomavirus. The doctor will make a complete diagnosis, Will develop a treatment plan, recommend all types of removal and recommend the most effective in a particular case. At the first sign of disease, contact a specialist.
The cost of the doctor's appointment and removal is indicated in the table. Please note that it is cheaper to remove 2 to 5 or more than 5 structures. To make an appointment, please call the website or use the form.