The papilloma virus is easily transmitted from person to person, the infection with it manifests itself in the form of warts. The treatment of warts is a complex process that must begin with diagnostic measures. A dermatologist can help you choose the right treatment.
Types of treatment for warts. The most effective methods of struggle
Warts or papillomas are harmless, benign growths that degrade the appearance of the skin. Since this phenomenon does not seem aesthetically pleasing, then everyone who has them, tries to get rid of warts in all possible ways. But you also need to get rid of them competently, as papillomas can have a malignant tinge and instead of getting rid of a skin infection, you will get serious cancer.
Warts are dense nodules on the skin the size of a pea with an uneven surface. The backs of the hands, palms and fingers are most often affected by warts. In some people, warts can be found on the face, lips, armpits and legs.
These warts, which are located on the soles of the feet, are the most painful. They can reach large sizes and bring a lot of discomfort to their owners. Plantar warts are most commonly affected by people of retirement age.
Before starting treatment, one should consult a specialist to confirm that this neoplasm is exactly a wart. Various methods can be used to remove them: from creams and gels, to surgery and the use of traditional medicine. In each case, the doctor prescribes individual treatment for warts and papillomas.
Cryodestruction
The most common method of removing papillomas and warts from the skin is to destroy them with liquid nitrogen. This procedure is called cryodestruction. The effect on the affected skin is carried out with the help of liquid nitrogen, which reaches a temperature of minus 190 degrees. The wart freezes, the cells of the neoplasm cool down, and the freezing of the water inside the tissues of the cells causes them to rupture and this destroys the papilloma. Under the influence of liquid nitrogen, the affected tissue dies and no scars remain at the site of the former neoplasm.
Operation Procedure
The freezing procedure is performed using a cryoprobe or manually using cotton swabs. The manual method is the most popular because it does not require large costs from the clinic.
The patient may need pain relief if:
- The new formation is great.
- The papilloma is located on a sensitive area of the skin.
- Sites for the removal of neoplasms in children are subject to mandatory anesthesia.
The procedure itself comes down to performing simple mechanical movements: the doctor immerses a cotton swab in a preparation with liquid nitrogen and touches the tumor with light pressure. Exposure time is limited only by the size of the neoplasm and its type. Sometimes it is necessary to re-treat the neoplasm tissue with nitrogen to completely destroy its structure. The re-movement procedure is necessary for a plantar wart.
Signs of burns similar to thermal injuries appear at the site of exposure. A liquid bubble appears on the skin. It is these conditions that show the process of complete destruction of the papilloma.
Electrocoagulation
A safe and effective way to eliminate various skin neoplasms, which is also used to treat all types of warts. Electrocoagulation allows you to remove only the upper growth of the skin, but do not get rid of the human papilloma virus itself. The likelihood of recurrence is possible in more than half of the cases, so it is necessary to approach the problem in a comprehensive way.
Procedure features
The electrocoagulation method allows you to quickly get rid of such a cosmetic defect, but there is always a risk of scarring at the site of exposure.
And no specialist can guarantee the complete destruction of such tumors.
As the removal is performed using a high temperature electronic circuit, this makes the method less safe than traditional topical preparations.
Therefore, before using serious destructive methods of combating, it is necessary to try all means of traditional medicine. Because folk recipes are safer and have a lower risk of scarring.
Contraindications
For the treatment of warts by electrocoagulation it is necessary to consult a specialist and identify possible individual contraindications.
Common contraindications include:
- Availability of additional devices for the cardiovascular system (heart monitor or pacemaker, pacemaker).
- Contraindications related to intolerance to strong currents.
- Allergic reactions to anesthetic drugs.
- Inflammatory processes in the body with an acute nature, which are the result of the presence of infectious diseases.
- Hemophilia and vascular disorders at the capillary level.
Recovery period
No additional medical treatment is required after destruction with an electrocoagulator. But rarely the additional prevention of warts is carried out with the help of antiviral drugs.
Wound wound treatment with antiseptic is all that is needed for recovery after surgery.
The only thing to do for a few days is to treat the exposure site with any skin antiseptic.
Laser treatment
Anyone who has ever looked for methods to effectively treat warts knows that laser exposure is the safest. The use of a laser in aesthetic cosmetology will help to get rid of various neoplasms and not leave a scar. The advantage of this design is the precision of the beams.
Before curing papillomas with this method, you should consult a specialist and undergo a specific examination.
Implementation process and consequences
The operation is performed under local anesthesia, so the patient will be asked to undergo an examination for blood diseases and tolerance to such effects. Those who are worried about possible complications from laser exposure should carefully approach the choice of a specialist, as the safety of the procedure depends only on his qualifications. The doctor selects the required depth of laser action and performs moxibustion.
Exposure to high laser temperatures allows you to completely destroy harmful neoplasm cells without damaging healthy ones. No bleeding occurs after such exposure, as the laser seals the blood vessels and no blood comes out.
After the procedure, to avoid the appearance of scars, it is necessary to use traditional medicine - marigold tincture. Do not apply alcohol lotions to the site of exposure, as this may cause irritation and complicate tissue healing.
Contraindications
Despite the safety of using this method, it is not recommended to use when:
- Pregnancy. During hormonal changes at the site of exposure, a tumor-like neoplasm may form in the form of a scar that will be difficult to remove.
- The procedure is not possible for cancer patients.
- Hormonal changes in the body during puberty and menopause are the same contraindication as performing surgery during pregnancy.
Medicine
Modern medicine has made great strides in the treatment of warts. That is why in every pharmacy you can find a wide variety of tools to eliminate the external signs of human papillomavirus.
The use of these funds is possible without consulting a specialist, but such self-medication can provoke skin cancer. Therefore, not every wart can heal on its own. It is best to seek professional advice and then use papilloma medications.
Preparations of the phenolic subgroup with antiviral effect
Each of the drugs in this group contains antibacterial and antiviral components that allow a surface effect on the neoplasm.
The required drug is selected by a specialist, but the use of such funds gives a visible effect only after one month of use.
Traditional medicine
In order to eliminate the visible manifestations of the presence of human papilloma virus in the body, it is necessary to use folk remedies. As they are gentle methods of exposure, they must first be tested.
celandine
The range of application of celandine is not limited to the effect on the skin. A powerful and poisonous plant that contains a large number of alkaloids, it has been used effectively to remove warts for many years. Treatment can last from a few days to several months, depending on the severity of the tumor.
The juice of celandine is applied to the wart several times a day. A visible effect with a slight manifestation of the virus is observed from the first days of application.
From celandine you can prepare a healing ointment based on glycerin, which can be stored for a long time in the refrigerator.
No more than five neoplasms can be applied at the same time, as celandine contains strong components that can cause burns.
Some patients may experience allergic reactions to the use of celandine, so a small skin test should be performed.
Acetic acid
Concentrated acetic acid solution can also be used to remove skin lesions. This method is both accessible and accessible. Daily treatment of the wart with acetic acid will help get rid of the tumor in a few days, without harm and consequences.
Ascorbic and salicylic acid
Taking a few balls of ascorbic acid every day helps to increase immunity and increase the body's resistance to the human papilloma virus. Some time after taking the drug there is a decrease in the number and size of tumors. But ascorbic acid can be used not only inside, it can be used to wipe the very place of accumulation of papillomas.
Salicylic acid, like other anti-warts, helps to stop them if applied for more than two weeks. The tool is applied to the wart with a cotton swab overnight, glued with plaster.