Warts

A wart is a benign formation on the skin that looks like a raised nodule, caused by an overgrowth of the superficial epithelium and the papilla.

In most cases, cell proliferation is HPV-induced, caused by external and internal factors - instability, decreased immunity, for some - increased secretionsweat in the extremities. You can get HPV from contact with carriers and objects. This does not apply to senile warts - their formation is not caused by a virus.

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The size of the formations varies on average from 1 to 15 mm (old ones reach 6 cm). They have uneven surfaces that are prone to contamination, so over time they can change color from almost meaty to brown. Some units can gather in groups when they are close to each other. All warts can be removed. In some cases, the doctor may decide to observe without excision if the patient is comfortable.

When to see a doctor urgently:

  • sex located in the genitals;
  • in the area of the tumor, itching, discharge are observed;
  • have a heterogeneous color, there are color spots;
  • it changes shape and color;
  • because of physical injury in daily life;
  • you're not sure if it's a wart or not.

Types of warts

There are 4 types:

  • normal (simple) - formed on the hand (inner subtype - plantar);
  • flat - occurs mainly in young people, so the second name for flat warts is youthful;
  • pointed - forms in the genital area, infection with the types of HPV that cause it;
  • old age - cause unknown, not HPV, develops in middle-aged and older people.

Common warts are 1-10 mm in size, dense, and thickened. The average lifespan of such a formation is about 2 years, after which it disappears on its own. The most popular localization site is brush.

Plantar warts are formed on the feet that look like a small callus at first glance, then a rough surface with black dots appearing in the center and a small roller along the edge. Horn formations are inconvenient, as they cause pain when walking. They can lead to loss of mobility and performance. Removal of Plantar warts significantly improves quality of life.

Flat warts with clear contour, small size - up to 5 mm, slightly raised about 1-2 mm above the skin surface. Any shape - round or uneven. Skin irritation, scratches, cuts can cause the appearance. The preferred places to localize these shapes are the face, hands, and shins.

Genital warts are located on the genitals. They are handled by removal and fairly quickly, as they can be large in size. Infection occurs sexually, its probability is higher when there is a wound in the groin. Condylomas are pink nodules that merge and form papillae attached to the stem on a stalk.

Age-related warts (seborrheic keratosis) are the only ones listed that are not associated with HPV. We can talk about genetic predisposition due to frequent positive family history. The formations can reach quite large sizes - up to 4-6 cm (medium sizes - 0, 2-3 cm). They breed in groups of up to 20 units. The most common localization sites are chest, face, neck, forearm, hand.

At first, the elements are flat and small, the surface is uneven. They are covered with crusts that can be easily removed. Then the crusts become denser, drier, covered with cracks. Over time, their thickness can be 1-2 cm, with age they take the form of a mushroom cap, becoming dark, although initially they are pale yellow or pink. They contain impurities. The formation never turns into a cancerous form.

Remove warts

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 stomach tumors:

  • using a radio wave scalpel;
  • laser CO2 removal;
  • coldness;
  • diathermocoagulation coagulation.

They are suitable for removing flat and raised warts. Unfortunately, none of the presented methods can remove HPV from the body, so the probability of recurrence is 30%. In addition, no method is 100% guaranteed, an additional procedure may be required. After excision, scarring may remain, and choosing the right clinic and technique will help avoid this. The experienced dermatologists in the professional clinic and high quality equipment manufactured to modern standards are the combination that provides high quality of service, painless and quick recovery. Penetration and application of anesthesia are available.

laser removal

The laser produces a powerful beam of light, which increases the temperature in the tissues. The advantage of laser removal of papillomas and warts is that it does not cause bleeding, blisters, and large scars. The procedure takes 5-7 minutes. As a rule, the squad will be eliminated for the first time.

Removal of warts is carried out according to the following plan:

  • treat the skin with an antiseptic;
  • anesthetic treatment (injection or lubrication);
  • treatment of papillomas over the entire surface;
  • Treat the resulting wound and bandage it.

Cryodestruction

The treatment is carried out with liquid nitrogen. This procedure is used to remove a wide range of tumors and even in the treatment of tumors of internal organs, diseases of the cervix, in liver surgery. Under the influence of low temperature, the water inside the cell freezes, the cell bursts and dies.

Removal procedure:

  • anesthesia (if large, located in thin skin);
  • contact with a cotton swab soaked in liquid nitrogen (5-30 seconds depending on size);
  • wait 2 minutes. Test. If necessary, repeat the process.

The next day, there will be bubbles on the skin, which will gradually disappear. The patient's task is not to damage the bubble first, wash it gently, do not stick the patch, protect it from external influences.

Diathermocoagulation

This treatment method involves cauterizing tissues using high frequency electric current, contact and non-contact methods. The procedure is performed with the help of an EKhVCh (high frequency electrosurgery device). Its difference from the "surgical" radiofrequency scalpel lies in the use of high-frequency current - about 400 kHz (up to 4 MHz in radio knives). This method allows the skin to not clot and effectively cope with the formations.

radio wave scalpel

As a radio wave scalpel, when removing warts, surgical surgery is used, which works on radio waves with a frequency of 3. 8-4. 0 MHz. The wave vaporizes the cells it is aimed at, and does not affect neighboring cells. Often this method is used on the face, neck, genitals due to its delicate nature. The advantages also include high speed, no blood loss, less swelling, quick healing.

The operation is performed as follows:

  • the skin is treated with an antiseptic;
  • anesthetic is used (injection, cream);
  • the doctor takes the waveguide of the desired shape and removes the tumor;
  • antiseptic treatment.

See you dermatologist

The NERMEDIC network of clinics offers a number of effective methods for the removal of common, common, pointed, flat warts, including tree warts. Inexperienced people can confuse warts with other tumors that can turn malignant - before resorting to treatment, consult a dermatologist.

At our clinic, experienced dermatologists, candidates and doctors of medical science, with whom you can consult even in difficult cases, are engaged in the treatment. . You will find the names, photos and biographies of all the professionals with their places of admission on the website. Here you can make an appointment with a specific doctor.

Eliminating visible manifestations of the problem is not enough to reduce the likelihood of recurrence. For this, joint therapy with antiviral drugs is used, which reduces the activity of the human papillomavirus. The doctor will conduct a complete diagnosis, develop a treatment plan, advise on all removals and recommend the most effective in a particular case. At the first sign of the disease, contact a specialist.

The cost of an appointment and removal of the doctor is indicated in the table. Please note that it is cheaper to get rid of 2 to 5 or more systems. To schedule an appointment, please call or use the form on the website.