Laser removal of tumors on the skin, growths, papillomas. How is the procedure, price, reviews

There are many methods of getting rid of skin pathologies. Recently, a laser removal procedure from various neoplasms that have arisen on the skin is often used. The technique is considered effective and safe and allows you to free yourself from any growths with the least risk.

Types of neoplasms that are removed by laser

Not all formations on the body can be deduced using a laser apparatus.

Papilloma

This is a benign skin lesion. The reason for the appearance is considered to be a virus that enters the body through micro-wounds, respiratory tract, mucous membranes. Infection may not manifest itself for years and become more active when immunity falls. As a result, single or numerous papillomas appear.

Their removal is indicated due to hygiene and psychological factors. Laser can quickly and easily remove the neoplasm from the skin. Before the procedure, the patient undergoes a histological examination, revealing if there is a risk of papilloma degenerating into a cancerous tumor.

Mole (nevus)

Laser removal of moles is a safe and non-contact procedure. With it, you can get rid of nevi in any part of the body. There is no blood loss, pain, there is no risk of infection. The doctor acts on the nevus for 5 minutes. For the subsequent healing of the wound, it will take no more than two weeks.

The negative side of the procedure is that after the removal of bulky moles, a bright spot remains on the skin. It happens that the elimination of large nevi requires several stages.

Since the laser evaporates the mole cells, after its removal, it is not possible to conduct a histological analysis, so the patient must pass all the necessary tests before the intervention.

Wart vulgaris

This is a benign formation in the epidermis of the skin, it is formed under the influence of the human papillomavirus. Warts can be painful. This neoplasm is contagious, so getting rid of it is as fast as possible.

The laser removal method allows you to get rid of warts contactlessly and bloodlessly. And in the case, for example, with plantar neoplasms, it is considered the only possible one, since warts on this part of the body deeply grow into the inner layers of the skin, and with the help of cryodestruction they cannot be dealt with.

Keratoma

A neoplasm appears if there are too many cells of the epidermis – keratocytes. But there is no risk of cancerous degeneration of elements. Medicine has not yet identified the causes of keratoma formation. The influence of ultraviolet radiation, various diseases, lifestyle, interaction with carcinogens and toxins – these are factors that play an important role in this process.

Outwardly, a keratoma looks like a mole or wart, its color is gray or brown. A neoplasm, single or multiple, acts on the surface of the skin.

Xanthelasma

This benign neoplasm, outwardly represents a flat, painless plaque. It can be single or multiple. In the second case, the plaques collect in one tumor and deliver a lot of inconvenience to the patient. Their progression is slow, there is no risk of overgrowing into malignant tumors.

Xanthelasma is removed surgically using cryodestruction and a laser. The latter method is considered one of the best.

Hemangioma

This is the most common type of neoplasm, it is diagnosed in 10% of newborns, and more often in girls. Hemangioma is a vascular tumor consisting of the inner layers of capillaries, arteries and veins. It can be located on the face, head, body, limbs and even on internal organs. The causes of the appearance lie in hereditary factors and adverse effects on the fetus.

Hemangiomas are benign and do not threaten the patient’s life, but, growing, can disrupt the structure of organs. Also, a neoplasm is dangerous in that it can be injured, and at the same time there is a risk of infection. Well, the cosmetic defect created by the hemangioma brings the patient considerable psychological discomfort.

The progression of the pathology raises the question of removing the hemangioma before the patient and his doctor. The laser method is the most optimal method for eliminating neoplasms.

Skin horn

This benign formation can grow up to 0’4 – 2 inch, has a conical shape, which is why it is called a horn.

The danger of pathology is the possibility of degeneration into a cancerous tumor, and therefore the cutaneous horn requires removal. The most advanced method is laser therapy.

Fibroma

This is a benign tumor, more common in women. It is formed from connective tissue, can be localized on the skin and mucous membranes. More often diagnosed in old age. It can affect the internal organs of a person.

Doctors consider the reasons for the formation of fibromas to be hormonal changes, skin lesions, and hereditary factors. It is easy to detect a neoplasm on the skin. If it causes discomfort to the patient, the doctor recommends removing the growth. In this case, laser excision is the most convenient method of therapy.

Molluscum contagiosum

This is a known childhood infection diagnosed in patients under 10 years of age. Its nature is viral, the mollusk is transmitted by direct contact with the skin of the diseased.

Externally, the infection manifests itself as small nodules on the skin of white or red color with a smooth surface. Their number can vary from 20 to 100. The diagnosis is made according to the results of a histological examination.

Therapy of molluscum contagiosum is reduced to the removal of external rashes, the appointment of antiviral drugs and increased immunity. To remove neoplasms using the laser method with preliminary anesthesia. The resulting wounds are treated with antiseptics.

Corn

This formation on the skin is not life threatening, but can significantly impair its quality. If the corn appeared on the foot, the person is forced to put his foot incorrectly, as a result, the limb itself is deformed and curvature of the spine may occur.

For this reason, corns must be removed. The optimal method is considered to be laser, because after this procedure corns do not form anymore.

Atheroma

This is called blockage of the duct of the sebaceous gland, leading to the formation of a cyst. More often, such formations are located in areas covered with hair. The atheroma must be removed, because otherwise it may suppurate or degenerate into a malignant formation. Apply the surgical and laser method.

Basalioma

This neoplasm on the skin is more often diagnosed in men, appears on the scalp and on the face. It grows from the basal cells of the epidermis, has a malignant nature and is a type of skin cancer.

Bazalioma must be removed, including with a laser beam.

In what cases is removal of growths on the skin indicated

Getting rid of neoplasms is recommended by doctors for medical and cosmetic reasons.

Medical include:

• pathologies of viral origin that do not pass on their own;
• neoplasms are located in places of frequent trauma or friction – on the face, in the groin, in the armpits, on the feet.

Cosmetic indications for removal are that neoplasms are an aesthetic defect.

Contraindications to laser removal

Before any medical procedure, it is important to undergo a medical consultation. The doctor will be able to take into account the physiological characteristics of the patient and decide on the need for removal of the growth.

Laser removal of skin neoplasms is not carried out under the following conditions:

• Any bleeding.
• The presence of pathologies of the nervous system, overexcitation.
• Pathologies in the acute stage.
• Allergic reactions.
• Malignant neoplasms.

Relative contraindications:

• Diabetes mellitus in a patient . During this disease, it is undesirable to injure the skin due to the high risk of trophic ulcers, infection and slow recovery.
• Pregnancy. During this period, any procedures that provoke an increase in uterine tone are prohibited.

Laser removal of skin neoplasms is not carried out even if the growths quickly grow, become denser, change in structure, become inflamed, and itch.

The principle of operation and types of laser devices

With the help of a laser beam, the doctor acts on the skin pointwise, it is possible to burn out the pathological cells of neoplasms. The device works quickly, the beam does not affect the surrounding tissue. The doctor monitors the penetration depth of the laser up to a inch, so the invasiveness of the method is very low.

In medicine and cosmetology, several types of laser devices are used.

The “hot” include:

• Erbium. It acts as accurately as possible, the penetration depth is small. Nearby tissue is not affected. It is used for sanding the skin.
• Carbon dioxide (carbon dioxide) – most often used to remove neoplasms on the skin. With the help of the apparatus, the beam is guided in a dosed manner, and the penetration depth can be adjusted.
• Argon is a continuous emission surgical laser.
• Alexandrite – differs in that it acts at a long distance. Used in surgery and cosmetology (for depilation).
• Neodymium – an infrared ray, used in various procedures.

To the “cold” include:

• Diode – its beam acts impulse, penetrates no more than 5/32 inch.
• HeNe – a laser using a mixture of helium and neon, weakly penetrating.

What is the procedure for evaporation of mutated tissues

Laser removal of skin tumors takes an average of no more than 15 minutes. Before starting the local anesthesia is performed, then the doctor proceeds to the direct removal of the growth. In one session, several formations are eliminated. The laser beam penetrates into any part of the skin, is used on the mucous membranes, eliminates any skin formations.

When a laser beam acts on a tumor, tissue evaporation occurs. In this case, a wound is formed, surrounded by a zone of cells damaged during the procedure. During exposure, blood vessels are sealed, the area of exposure is automatically disinfected. Thus, bleeding and infection can not be afraid.

After the procedure, a gradual healing of tissues occurs. If repeated sessions are required to remove growths, the interval between procedures should be at least two weeks.

After removal of the neoplasm, the patient is recommended:

• treat the affected area with antiseptics;
• do not wet the wound for 2-3 days;
• do not sunbathe for a month;
• do not supercool;
• for two weeks do not visit pools, saunas, baths.

Possible complications

The procedure is considered effective, but there is a small risk of complications.

For instance:

• Burning redness may appear on sensitive skin.
• The occurrence of pigmentation at the site of exposure.
• In the presence of allergies, swelling and hyperemia are possible.
• A keloid scar that forms during hormonal changes.

The listed adverse reactions are rarely diagnosed. To avoid them, it is important to contact qualified clinics in serious clinics.

Will neoplasms appear again

Laser removal of various neoplasms on the skin is highly effective and in 99% of cases, growths do not appear again.

The process of their reappearance depends on the human immunity. Therefore, doctors recommend strengthening the body’s defenses, leading an active and healthy lifestyle. The crust formed at the treatment site cannot be torn off independently so that a scar does not form. She will fall away within 7-10 days.

Laser Removal Price

The cost of the procedure depends on the clinic, the qualifications of the doctor, the size and complexity of tumors.

On average, prices are:

Type of education	Average price, usd.
Small solitary growths	300-500
Getting rid of large tumors	1000-2000

Removing any neoplasms on the skin using a laser beam is an effective operation that has the least trauma. It has many advantages and practically has no side effects, and therefore is available to most patients.

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