Papilloma is a benign neoplasm of viral nature.It is a small growth that can appear on any part of the body or mucous membranes.Education has the appearance of a papilla on a narrow leg.The reason for the appearance of papillomas is the human papillomavirus (HPV).Papilloma itself does not pass, it can spread, in most cases the neoplasm is removed.Papillomas located on the genitals have a great risk of malignant degeneration.It is found in men, women and children.
Features of papillomas
Papillomas can be the following species: ordinary or vulgar warts, filamentary (the most common species), flat, pointed condylomas, plantar warts, juvenile warts.Dermatologist is engaged in diagnostics and treatment with papillomas.
Most often, papillomas are localized in the area of armpits and inguinal folds, hands, on the surface of the foot, neck area, under the mammary glands in women, as well as on the genitals.Papillomas located on mucous membranes of internal organs are very dangerous, they can cause ulceration or bleeding.As a rule, papillomas with pronounced cosmetic defect, i.e.which are located in open areas of the body, as well as those that have a large risk of oncological degeneration.
When is papilloma to remove?
Benign skin neoplasms are not always subject to removal, sometimes there are enough observations and regular examinations.The indications for removal are most often the following signs:
- papillomas located in visible areas of the body and bring psychological discomfort;
- papillomas, which are constantly injured by clothes, jewelry, comb;
- neoplasms that increase in size have a tendency to spread, change size, shape and color;
- papillomas located in an intimate area or soles;
- If the neoplasm begins to hurt, itch or bleed.
Preparation and conduct of laser removal
Laser removal is preceded by a thorough examination and examination of the neoplasm.The doctor should be confident in his benignity, with any doubt and the borderline condition of the cells, laser technology is not used, but a surgical operation is performed.
In the process of the procedure, under the influence of the laser, the heating and layered destruction of the neoplasm cells occurs, so you cannot take biological material for subsequent research.Additionally, the doctor conducts a survey of the patient on the subject of possible contraindications for the procedure, as well as a number of studies (blood tests) are carried out.
Special preparation for the procedure is not required.At the appointed time, the patient comes to a specialist, the operation includes the following stages:
- Disorder of the operating field.
- Conducting anesthesia (if necessary).For this, injection, gel or spray are used.
- Installation of the device on the required laser length.
- Layer evaporation of the neoplasm.
- Treatment with an antiseptic, if necessary, a dressing is applied.
To avoid relapse of the disease, it is necessary to conduct antiviral therapy, as well as taking immunomodulating and immunostimulating drugs to strengthen immunity.
Care after the procedure
For quick and complete recovery, to avoid possible complications, the following measures are recommended:
- avoid contact with water in the first 2-3 days;
- You can not remove the resulting crust (it will disappear itself);
- 2 times a day, treat the wound with an antiseptic;
- protect the place of manipulation from injury;
- wounds and formed new skin must be protected from ultraviolet radiation;
- Refrain from shaving and hair removal if papilloma was in this zone, until completely healing.
Advantages of laser removal of papillomas
Laser removal of papillomas has long been used to remove skin neoplasms, because this method has many advantages:
- Great result.Laser destruction is completely removed, there is no risk of relapse.
- A minimum of unpleasant or painful sensations.The procedure is carried out with local anesthesia and unpleasant sensations and pain are absent.
- The speed of the procedure.Conducting laser destruction papillomas takes no more than 5 minutes to remove one neoplasm.
- Minimum trauma.The laser beam has a directed action and acts only on the cells of education, without affecting the located nearby tissues.
- Lack of postoperative scars and scars.After laser, the removal at the site of the papilloma remains a small crust, which independently disappears for 1.5-2 weeks.A new intact skin appears at the place of education.
- Universality.Due to the accuracy of the action of the laser, this method can be used on any parts of the body, including areas with thin and sensitive skin, mucous membranes, intimate zone, eyelids, etc.
- Lack of rehabilitation period.The procedure is carried out on an outpatient basis, after it you can lead a familiar lifestyle.
- The minimum risk of postoperative bleeding.Under the action of the Coagulated Laser, blood vessels, which eliminates the risk of bleeding.
Contraindications for laser removal of papillomas
Laser procedures are not carried out under the following conditions:
- cancer of any localization;
- HIV, AIDS, viral hepatitis, diabetes;
- Pregnancy and period of feeding the child;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- infectious or inflammatory diseases;
- mental disorders;
- severe defeats of the heart, lungs;
- insufficiency of organs;
- blood coagulation disorders;
- skin photosensitivity;
- autoimmune systemic diseases;
- Inflammatory skin diseases, exacerbation of herpetic infection.