A wart is a benign formation on the skin that looks like a rounded elevation, the cause of which is a strong growth of the surface epithelium and papillary layer.
In most cases, the proliferation of cells is caused by HPV, caused by external and internal factors - agitation, drop in immunity, for some types - increased sweating of the extremities. You can get infected with HPV through contact with a carrier and objects. This is not the case with senile warts - their formation is not viral in nature.
The sizes of the formations vary on average from 1 to 15 mm (seniles reach 6 cm). They have an uneven surface, so they are easily infected, because of this, over time, they can change color from almost flesh to brown. Multiple units can be clustered when close together. All warts can be removed. In some cases, the doctor may decide to observe without removal if the patient is comfortable.
When you should see a doctor urgently:
- Education is in the genital area.
- in the area of the neoplasm, itching, discharge is observed.
- there is a heterogeneous color, spots.
- changes shape and color.
- due to the location is injured in daily life.
- you are not sure if it is warts.
Types of warts
There are 4 types:
- ordinary (simple) - formed on the hands (subgroup inside - plantar).
- flat - appear mainly in young people, therefore the second name of flat warts is juvenile.
- pointed - formed in the genital area, infection with types of HPV that cause it.
- senile - the causes are unclear, they are not caused by HPV, they form in middle-aged and older people.
Common warts are 1-10 mm in size, dense, keratinized. The average life of such a formation is about 2 years, after which it spontaneously recedes. The most common detection point is brushes.
Plantar warts are formations on the feet that at first look like a small callus, then a rough surface appears with black dots in its center and a small cylinder along the edge. Keratous formations cause discomfort, because of them the patient feels pain when walking. They can lead to loss of mobility and performance. The removal of plantar warts significantly improves the quality of life.
Flat warts have clear boundaries, small size - up to 5 mm, slightly rise above the surface of the skin by 1-2 mm. Any shape - round or uneven. Skin irritation, scratches, cuts can cause the appearance. Favorite places to locate formations of this type are the face, arms and legs.
Genital warts are found on the genitals. They are treated by removal and quite quickly, since they can acquire large sizes. Infection occurs sexually, its probability is greater with the presence of wounds in the groin. Warts are pink nodules that merge to form papillary growths attached to the body on a stalk.
Senile warts (seborrheic keratosis) are the only ones reported that are not related to HPV. We can talk about a genetic predisposition due to the frequent positive family history. Formations can reach quite large sizes - up to 4-6 cm (average size - 0. 2-3 cm). Breeds in a group of up to 20 units. The most common sites of localization are the chest, face, neck, arms, 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 denser, drier, covered with cracks. Over time, their thickness can be 1-2 cm. Over time, they take the form of a mushroom hat, become dark, although initially they were light yellow or pink. They contain impurities. The formations never turn into a cancerous form.
Removal of warts
The treatment of warts is selected by the doctor on an individual basis, depending on the type, size, contraindications and other aspects. The clinic offers 4 ways to remove warts, papillomas and warts:
- using a radio wave scalpel.
- laser CO2 removal.
- cryodestruction?
- diathermocoagulation.
They are suitable for removing flat and raised warts. Unfortunately, none of the methods presented are able to eliminate HPV from the body, which leaves the chance of recurrence at 30%. Also, no method provides a 100% guarantee, an additional procedure may be required. After removal, scars may remain, the correct choice of clinic and technique will help to avoid this. Experienced dermatologists in a professional clinic and high-quality equipment manufactured according to modern specifications are a combination that provides high-quality services, painless and quick recovery. Filtration and application anesthesia are available.
laser removal
The laser produces a strong luminous flux of energy, causing a sharp increase in temperature in the tissues. The advantages of laser papilloma and wart removal are the absence of bleeding, blisters, and large scars. The process takes 5-7 minutes. As a rule, formations are eliminated the first time.
Removal of warts is carried out according to the following scheme:
- skin treatment with antiseptic.
- treatment with anesthetic (injection or lubrication).
- treatment of papilloma on the entire surface.
- treatment of the resulting wound and dressing.
Cold destruction
The treatment is done with liquid nitrogen. This procedure is used in the removal of a wide range of neoplasms and even in the treatment of tumors of internal organs, in diseases of the cervix, in liver surgeries. Under the influence of low temperature, the water inside the cells freezes, the cell bursts and dies.
Removal process:
- anesthesia (if it is large, it is located in an area with thin skin).
- exposure with a cotton swab soaked in liquid nitrogen (5-30 seconds depending on the size).
- waiting for 2 minutes. Examination. If necessary, repeat the process.
The next day a blister will appear on the skin, which will gradually pass. The patient's task is not to damage the blister in advance, to wash gently, not to apply a patch, to protect it from external influences.
Diathermocoagulation
This method of treatment includes tissue cauterization using high frequency current, contact and non-contact method. The operation is carried out with the help of EKhVCh (high frequency electrosurgical device). Its difference from the radio wave scalpel "Surgitron" lies in the use of high-frequency current - about 400 kHz (up to 4 MHz in the radio knife). The method allows the bloodless coagulation of the skin and the effective treatment of formations.
radio wave scalpel
As a radio wave scalpel, when removing warts, Surgitron is used, which operates on radio waves with a frequency of 3. 8-4. 0 MHz. The wave vaporizes the cells it is directed towards, and does not affect neighboring ones. Often this method is used on the face, neck, genitals due to its delicacy. Advantages also include high speed, bleeding, minimal swelling, quick healing.
The operation is carried out as follows:
- the skin is treated with an antiseptic.
- anesthesia is given (injections, cream).
- the doctor takes the waveguide of the desired shape and removes the tumor.
- antiseptic treatment.
Make an appointment with a dermatologist
The network of NEARMEDIC clinics offers several effective methods for the removal of flat, pointed, senile, common, including plantar warts. An inexperienced person can confuse warts with other neoplasms that can turn into a malignant form - before resorting to treatment, it is necessary to consult a dermatologist.
In our clinic, experienced dermatologists, candidates and doctors of medical sciences deal with the treatment, with whom you can consult even in difficult cases. On the website you will find the names, photos and biographies of all experts with their place of admission. Here you can make an appointment with a specific doctor.
Removing the visible manifestations of the problem is not enough to reduce the likelihood of recurrences. For this, general treatment with antiviral drugs is used, which reduce the activity of the human papillomavirus. The doctor will carry out a complete diagnosis, develop a treatment plan, advise on all types of removal and recommend the most effective one in a particular case. At the first sign of the disease, contact a specialist.
The cost of the doctor's appointment and removal is indicated in the table. Note that removing 2 to 5 or more than 5 formations is cheaper. To make an appointment, call or use the form on the website.