Most of us know firsthand what warts are. Such neoplasms can simply deliver a huge amount of aesthetic inconvenience and eventually degenerate into malignant formations. In this article, we will talk about the removal of warts by the radio wave method, get acquainted with what this method is, and also find out what its advantages and disadvantages are, what doctors and patients think about it. Read the information provided carefully in order to arm and protect yourself as much as possible.
What are warts
First, let's look at what a wart is. This is a benign formation of the skin, which most often has a viral origin. There are several varieties of these neoplasms, but they are all similar to each other and have the samesymptoms.
Building features
Before understanding how warts are removed by the radio wave method, it is worth knowing what the structure of these formations is. Many people think that a wart is just a modification of a small piece of the upper epithelial tissue. However, in reality, this is far from the case. Each wart has not only an upper part that can be seen with the naked eye, but also a very long root that extends into the deepest layers of the dermis.
The upper part of the formation is usually covered with keratinized skin with a protective layer. But the root is permeated with blood vessels, which provide the process of feeding the wart. That is why if you damage the growth, bleeding may begin. Self-treatment and removal of a neoplasm can lead to sad consequences.
Main causes of occurrence
Most often, warts occur as a result of infection with the human papillomavirus. However, besides this, there are other reasons for the occurrence, namely:
- presence of microcracks on fingers;
- visiting nail salons where tools are not carefully processed;
- working with meat products;
- in children, such neoplasms can occur when there is a habit of biting nails, as well as when trying to tear an already existing wart.
Should I delete
A lot of people actually get warts. Some of them are soso small that we simply do not notice them. Most often, such formations are not dangerous, but sometimes they are so visually noticeable that patients want to get rid of them. There are many ways how this can be done. One of them is the removal of warts by the radio wave method. This method can only be implemented in special institutions by a highly qualified he alth worker, so the risk of complications is minimized.
Principle of radio wave wart removal
The main feature of this method is that for its implementation there is no need for the instrument to come into contact with the patient's skin. So, the incision will be carried out using the radio wave beam of the Surgitron apparatus. Such a beam has another name - a radio knife. Most often, after this procedure, the patient does not leave scars on the skin.
However, they can still occur provided that the wart has a wide base. Since the method is quite safe and does not affect the formation of cosmetic defects, it can be used on any part of the body and even on the face. After removal of the neoplasm, it is recommended to send the material for histological examination. With this, you can determine the etymology of its origin, as well as recognize a malignant or benign wart.
Radio wave wart removal: benefits
Based on the feedback from doctors and patients, we can conclude that this method of removing neoplasms has a large numberbenefits, namely:
- lack of severe pain;
- recovery period after the procedure is quite short;
- most often, after removing a wart, the skin remains clean and smooth, without swelling and scar tissue;
- after the wart removal procedure by the radio wave method, there is almost no chance that a new formation will appear in this place over time. Many patients are very worried about this;
- also, by following this procedure, you can reduce the risk of warts on nearby skin areas;
- this method also allows for further histological studies of the obtained material.
Are there disadvantages
This method has almost no drawbacks, since its implementation is not accompanied by severe pain, and the recovery period of the skin is quite fast. However, it should be borne in mind that removing warts with a radioknife is an expensive procedure. Depending on the city, as well as the clinic, the removal of one formation can cost between five hundred and two thousand rubles. The most expensive thing will be to remove exactly one wart using the Surgitron apparatus. Usually, for group removal of several formations at once, hospitals make good discounts.
Features of the operation
Before carrying out the procedure, it is very important to consult a doctor, because you may have some contraindications to this method, so another one may be suggested. Never ignoredoctor's advice. If during the examination and questioning the doctor did not find any contraindications to this procedure, then it can be carried out immediately.
So, first of all, anesthesia will be carried out, with the help of drugs such as Lidocaine or Novocaine. Your doctor may also suggest special anesthetic sprays or ointments. This will depend on the pain threshold of the patient, as well as on the individual characteristics of the body.
After the anesthetic has begun to act, a beam will be directed at the wart, which will gradually remove the neoplasm, cauterizing the damaged tissue at the same time. This way you can avoid blood loss. However, be prepared for the fact that a wound will form on the treated area, which will heal gradually.
As you can see, the described procedure for removing warts with radio waves is simple. The operation is carried out very quickly, taking only a few minutes.
How to properly care for the skin after the procedure
Caring for the wound after the removal process is easy. The patient can easily do this at home, so there is simply no need to visit the hospital often.
After the procedure, a small wound will remain on the body, which will become covered with a crust. So, in any case, do not tear it off. It will disappear on its own in a few days.
Until this crust disappears, do not take a bath in any case, and also do not go to the pool andsauna. Quick showers are allowed.
Be sure to treat the wound with antiseptics. If the neoplasm was on the face, do not apply decorative cosmetics to the affected area, as this may adversely affect the healing process.
If the procedure was carried out in the summer, be sure to use products with UV protection for the skin, otherwise age spots may appear on the treated areas.
After the crust falls off, a scar will remain on the skin, which will heal for several months, depending on the individual characteristics of your body.
When the procedure is forbidden
Please note, there are still prohibitions, in the presence of which it is worth refusing to carry out the procedure for removing warts by the radio wave method. The consequences may not be the most comforting.
So, consider who and when this procedure is prohibited:
- pregnant and lactating women, as well as during critical days;
- do not have surgery if you have chronic diseases that are currently in the acute stage;
- also the procedure is contraindicated if the patient has dermatological diseases near the treatment site;
- cannot be performed in the presence of malignant tumors, as well as electronic implants.
What doctors and patients think
Reviews about the removal of warts by the radio wave method are mostly positive. Patients are satisfied with the results, because afterthe procedure from the wart does not leave a trace. This method is painless, as it is performed under local anesthesia. However, if the woman agreed to the procedure during menstruation, then the removal of the plantar wart by the radio wave method can be quite painful.
The method has almost no drawbacks, so patients really like the results that they can get after the procedure. The negative characteristic of this procedure is its high cost. But when it comes to your own he alth and attractiveness, then saving is not advisable.
Doctors quite often recommend this method of wart removal to their patients, as it is considered one of the safest, painless and is characterized by a short recovery period. At the same time, the accuracy and efficiency of this technique allows the use of a radioknife on any part of the body, including the face.
Conclusions
Warts are benign formations that will bring a huge number of aesthetic flaws. It's up to you to decide whether to get rid of them or not. If you still decide to do this, it makes no sense to test various medications on yourself, as well as alternative methods of treatment. A wart is a growth that requires surgical removal. That is what the radio wave method is designed for. With it, you can quickly and painlessly remove any wart on any part of your body without harming your he alth.
Note that warts don't just happen on their own. Most often they appear if the papillomavirus is present in the human body. Therefore, it is not enough just to remove the formations, it is also very important to be examined for this virus and to treat with antibacterial drugs. Take care of yourself and be he althy, and do not forget that any disease is easier to prevent than to cure.
