A wart is a benign formation on the skin that looks like a rounded bump, the cause of which is a strong growth of the surface epithelium and the papillary layer.
In most cases, cell proliferation is caused by HPV, caused by external and internal factors - agitation, decreased immunity, for some types - increased sweating of the extremities. You can become infected with HPV through contact with a carrier and objects. This does not apply to senile warts - their formation is not 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, so over time they can change color from almost flesh to brown. Multiple units can gather in groups when they are in close proximity. All warts can be removed. In some cases, the physician may decide to observe without removal if the patient is comfortable.
When to see a doctor urgently:
- education is located in the genital area;
- in the area of the neoplasm, itching, discharge is observed;
- there is a motley color, spots;
- changes shape and color;
- because of the place is hurt in everyday life;
- you're not sure if it's a wart.
types of warts
There are 4 types:
- ordinary (simple) - formed on the hands (subgroup within - plantar);
- flat - occurs mainly in young people, so the second name of flat warts is young;
- spiky - formed in the genital area, infection by the types of HPV that cause it;
- senile - the causes are not clear, they are not caused by HPV, they are formed in middle-aged and older people.
Common warts are 1-10 mm in size, dense, keratinized. The half-life of such a formation is about 2 years, after which it resolves spontaneously. The most common location is brushes.
Plantar warts are formations on the feet that at first look like a small callus, then a rough surface with black dots in the center and a small roll along the edge appears. Corneal formations cause disorders, because of them the patient feels pain when walking. They can lead to loss of mobility and performance. Removing plantar warts significantly improves quality of life.
Flat warts have obvious edges, small size - up to 5 mm, slightly above the surface of the skin by 1-2 mm. Any shape - round or irregular. Skin irritation, scratches, cuts can provoke the appearance. Favorite places to locate formations of this type are the face, hands, and shins.
Genital warts are located on the genitals. They are treated by removal, and quite quickly, as they can grow to large sizes. Infection occurs sexually, its probability is greater in the presence of sores in the groin. Condylomas are pink nodules that fuse together and form papillary growths attached to the body on a stalk.
Senile warts (seborrheic keratosis) are the only ones listed that are not related to HPV. We can speak of 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). They appear in a group of up to 20 units. The most common locations are the chest, face, neck, forearms, hands.
At first, the elements are flat and small, the surface is uneven. They are covered with scabs that are easily removed. Then the crusts become denser, drier, covered with cracks. Over time, its thickness can be from 1 to 2 cm. With age, they take the form of a mushroom cap, become dark, although originally they were light yellow or pink. They contain impurities. The formations never turn into a cancerous form.
wart removal
The treatment of warts is selected by the doctor individually, depending on their type, size, contraindications and other aspects. The clinic offers 4 ways to remove warts, papillomas and condylomas:
- 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 is able to eliminate HPV from the body, which leaves the probability of recurrence at 30%. Also, no method offers a 100% guarantee, an additional procedure may be necessary. After removal, scars may remain, the right choice of clinic and technique will help to avoid this. Experienced dermatologists in a professional clinic and high quality equipment manufactured to modern standards are a combination that offers a high quality, painless service and quick recovery. Infiltration and application of anesthesia are available.
laser removal
The laser produces a powerful stream of light energy, causing a sharp rise in temperature in the tissues. The advantages of removing papillomas and warts with laser are the absence of bleeding, blisters, large scars. The procedure takes 5 to 7 minutes. As a rule, formations are eliminated the first time.
Wart removal is carried out according to the following plan:
- skin treatment with antiseptic;
- anesthetic treatment (injection or lubrication);
- treatment of papilloma on the entire surface;
- treatment of the resulting wound and dressing.
cryodestruction
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 explodes and dies.
Removal procedure:
- anesthesia (if large, it is located in an area with thin skin);
- exposure with cotton swab dipped in liquid nitrogen (5-30 seconds depending on size);
- waiting 2 minutes. Exam. If necessary, repeat the procedure.
The next day, a blister will appear on the skin, which will gradually pass. The patient's task is not to damage the blister ahead of time, to wash it gently, not to apply an adhesive, to protect it from external influences.
diathermocoagulation
This method of treatment involves cauterizing the tissues using a high-frequency current, contact, and non-contact method. The procedure is performed with the help of EKhVCh (high frequency electrosurgical device). Its difference from the "Surgitron" radio wave scalpel is in the use of high frequency current - about 400 kHz (up to 4 MHz on the radio knife). The method allows for bloodless clotting of the skin and effectively deals with 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 to 4. 0 MHz. The wave evaporates the cells to which it is directed and does not affect neighboring cells. Often this method is used on the face, neck, genitals due to its delicacy. Advantages also include high speed, no blood, minimal swelling, fast healing.
The operation is performed as follows:
- the skin is treated with an antiseptic;
- anesthesia is administered (injections, cream);
- the doctor takes the waveguide of the desired shape and removes the neoplasm;
- antiseptic treatment.
Make an appointment with a dermatologist
The NEARMEDIC clinic network offers several effective methods for the removal of flat, sharp, 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, with whom you can consult even in difficult cases, are involved in the treatment. You will find the names, photos and biographies of all experts with their admission locations on the website. 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 relapses. For this, general therapy with antiviral drugs, which reduce the activity of the human papillomavirus, is used. The doctor will make a complete diagnosis, develop a treatment plan, advise on all types of removal and recommend the most effective one in a specific case. At the first sign of the disease, contact a specialist.
The cost of a medical consultation and removal is indicated in the table. Note that removing 2-5 or more than 5 formations is cheaper. To schedule, call or use the form on the website.