Papillomas are benign skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Basically, such formations have an uneven surface and a different color (from white to dirty brown).
90% of the world's population is infected with this type of virus. However, with a healthy immune system, the formation and reproduction of papillomas does not occur. The virus exacerbates with a decrease in immunity - as a result of prolonged use of drugs, during pregnancy, after an illness or stress. Also, the virus can be transmitted through unprotected intercourse with an HPV carrier.
Unfortunately, papillomas are not only a cosmetic defect. Their appearance and spread can cause serious complications, such as cancer. Removal of papillomas does not eliminate the cause of the disease, however, this is necessary in order to prevent their malignant degeneration.
There are several effective ways to eliminate such a defect:
1. The laser method. He is the most effective. Under the action of a laser beam aimed at the papilloma, the blood vessel is sealed, which feeds the pathological formation. As a result, after 5-7 days, education, without receiving the necessary nutrition, disappears. This procedure is almost painless and does not require the use of anesthesia. Laser papilloma removal is suitable for the elimination of formations on the neck, eyelids, decollete.
2. Cryodestruction. This method is based on the action of liquid nitrogen. A special applicator is wetted in liquid nitrogen of a sufficiently low temperature and applied to the papilloma, as a result, it freezes, the formation darkens and soon disappears. If the papilloma is large enough, an additional procedure may be required.
3. The surgical method.
Removal of papillomas by this method involves cutting the skin formation with a
surgical scalpel. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. After surgery, a pressure dressing is applied to the wound. You can also use a laser scalpel. During the procedure, the tissue is removed and bleeding stops simultaneously. The method virtually eliminates complications and has a short recovery period.
4. Electrocoagulation. During the procedure, the papilloma is exposed to high-frequency current. The result is an irreversible process of coagulation of protein tissues. This method does not allow severe bleeding and infection. If the formation is large, then painkillers are used.
These are the main methods with which you can remove papillomas. Prices for this procedure depend on the size and number of formations, the chosen method of removal and location (clinic of aesthetic medicine, beauty salon).
To remove skin formations, you can also use such folk remedies as laundry soap, celandine juice, tea tree oil, aloe juice, castor oil, lemon essential oil, cabbage juice.
Whatever method of the above you choose, removal of papillomas is permissible only after consulting an experienced specialist, thus, you will reduce the risk of possible complications. In order to prevent the re-emergence of formations, it is necessary to strengthen the immune system and systematically undergo a course of antiviral therapy.