Warts are benign formations on the skin that look like round bumps and are caused by intense growth of the superficial epithelium and papillary layers.
In most cases, cell proliferation is caused by HPV, caused by external and internal factors - turbulence, decreased immunity in some types - increased sweating in the extremities. You can get HPV through contact with carriers and objects. This does not apply to senile warts - their formation is non-viral in nature.
The size of the formations varies on average from 1 to 15 mm (up to 6 cm in old age). Their uneven surface makes them prone to contamination, and as a result, their color changes from almost flesh to brown over time. Several units can be grouped together when close together. All warts can be removed. In some cases, doctors 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 tumor area, itching, secretions were observed;
- have uneven color, spots;
- it changes shape and color;
- Injuries due to location in daily life;
- You are not sure if it is a wart.
types of warts
There are 4 types:
- common (simple) - formed on the hands (internal subgroup - soles);
- Flat warts - mostly occur in young people, so the second name for flat warts is youth;
- Sharp - forms in the genital area, infected with the type of HPV that causes it;
- Senile - of unknown etiology, not caused by HPV, and develops in the middle-aged and older population.
Common warts are 1-10 mm in size, dense, and keratinized. The average lifespan of this formation is about 2 years, after which it recedes spontaneously. The most common localization site is Paintbrush.
A plantar wart is a formation on the foot that at first looks like a small callus, then a rough surface with black dots appears in its center and a small roller along the edge. The stratum corneum can be inconvenient, so patients experience pain when walking. They can lead to loss of mobility and performance. Removal of plantar warts can significantly improve quality of life.
Flat warts have a well-defined border and are small - up to 5 mm long, just 1-2 mm above the surface of the skin. Any shape - round or uneven. Skin irritation, scratches, cuts can cause appearance. My favorite places to locate this type of formation are on the face, hands, and calves.
Genital warts are located on the genitals. Since they can be obtained in large sizes, they are processed by removal and are very fast. Infections occur during sex and are more likely if there is a wound in the groin. Condyloma acuminatum are pink nodules that fuse and form papillary growths that attach to stems.
Senile warts (seborrheic keratosis) are the only warts listed that are not related to HPV. Because of the frequent positive family history, we can talk about a genetic predisposition. The formations can reach considerable sizes - up to 4-6 cm (average size - 0. 2-3 cm). They spawn in up to 20 units. The most common localization sites are the chest, face, neck, forearm, and hands.
At first, the elements are flat and small, with uneven surfaces. They are covered with a hard shell that is easy to remove. The crust then becomes denser and drier, covered with cracks. Over time, they can be 1-2 cm thick. As they age, they will take the shape of a mushroom cap and darken, although they were originally yellowish or pink. They contain impurities. The formation will never turn into a cancerous form.
wart removal
Wart treatment is individualized by a doctor based on its type, size, contraindications, and other aspects. The clinic offers 4 ways to remove warts, papilloma and condyloma acuminatum:
- use a radio wave scalpel;
- removal of carbon dioxide with a laser;
- Freeze destruction;
- diathermy solidification.
They are suitable for removing flat and raised warts. Unfortunately, none of the proposed methods can eliminate HPV from the body, leaving a 30% chance of recurrence. Also, no method can provide a 100% guarantee and additional procedures may be required. After removal, scarring may remain and proper choice of clinic and technique will help avoid this. Experienced dermatologists in specialized clinics and high-quality equipment manufactured to modern standards is a combination that provides excellent service, pain-free and fast recovery. Infiltration and applied anesthesia are available.
laser removal
The laser produces a powerful luminous flux of energy that causes a dramatic increase in tissue temperature. The advantage of laser removal of papilloma and warts is that there is no bleeding, blisters and large scars. The process takes 5-7 minutes. Usually, the formation is eliminated the first time.
Wart removal is done according to the following schedule:
- skin treatment with antiseptics;
- treatment with anesthesia (injection or lubrication);
- treatment of papillomas over the entire surface;
- Treat the resulting wound and dressing.
Freeze damage
Processing is done with liquid nitrogen. The procedure is used to remove many types of tumors and even to treat internal organ tumors, cervical disease and liver surgery. Under the influence of low temperature, the water in the cells freezes and the cells rupture and die.
Dismantling procedure:
- anesthesia (if it's large, it's in an area of thin skin);
- Expose with a cotton swab soaked in liquid nitrogen (5-30 seconds, depending on size);
- Wait 2 minutes. take an exam. Repeat the process if necessary.
The next day, a bubble will appear on the skin, which will slowly pass. The task of the patient is not to damage the air bubbles in advance, to wash gently, not to apply the patch, to protect it from external influences.
diathermy
This treatment involves cauterizing tissue using high-frequency electrical current, both contact and non-contact methods. The procedure is carried out with the help of EKhVCh (High Frequency Electrosurgical Equipment). It differs from the radio wave scalpel "Surgitron" by the use of high frequency current - around 400 kHz (up to 4 MHz in radiosurgery). This method allows the skin to coagulate without blood and respond effectively to the formation.
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 evaporates the cell it is directed at, without affecting adjacent cells. Due to its delicateness, this method is often used on the face, neck, genitals. Benefits also include speed, no bleeding, minimal swelling, and fast healing.
The operation is as follows:
- skin is treated with antiseptic;
- anesthesia (injection, cream);
- The doctor takes the waveguide of the desired shape and removes the tumor;
- Anti-corrosion treatment.
Make an appointment with a dermatologist
The NEARMEDIC clinic network offers several effective ways to remove flat, sharp, aged, common warts, including plantar warts. Inexperienced people may confuse warts with other tumors that can turn into malignant forms - it is necessary to consult a dermatologist before resorting to treatment.
In our clinic, experienced dermatologists, candidates and doctors of medical sciences, who are available to consult even in difficult cases, are undergoing treatment. On the website you will find the names, photos and biographies of all specialists and where they were admitted. Here, you can make an appointment with a specific doctor.
Eliminating the obvious manifestations of the problem is not enough to reduce the likelihood of recurrence. For this, general treatment with antiviral drugs, which reduce the activity of human papillomavirus. A doctor will perform a comprehensive diagnosis, develop a treatment plan, advise on all types of removal, and recommend what works best in a particular situation. At the first sign of disease, contact a specialist.
The cost of doctor's appointments and departures is listed in the table. Note that it is cheaper to remove 2 to 5 or more than 5 formations. To make an appointment, please call or use the form on the website.