Spica is a benign subcutaneous neoplasm caused by a progressive papilloma virus. Externally, the spine resembles a nodule; it differs from a callus in the absence of fluid inside. Warts are localized in areas with rough skin: feet, palms. For removal, hardware techniques are used, less often they are removed surgically.
The mechanism of the appearance of the spine
The disease is transmitted through physical contact. The incubation period is 2 months. Symptoms worsen under conditions:
- weakened immunity;
- frequent colds;
- skin surface injuries;
- foot hyperhidrosis;
- change of place of residence, climate;
- visiting public places without special shoes (baths, swimming pools).
The spine is formed from a wart. When steamed, the surface of the neoplasm becomes needle-like. Yellow in color, old formations acquire a darkish tint.
It is necessary to treat the spine; the neoplasm causes discomfort to the patient when walking. The needle-like surface of a plantar wart eats into the skin, causing pain. If left untreated, other tumors develop around the lump.
In what cases is it necessary to go to the clinic and which doctors deal with this?
So, let's try to find the answer to the question: how to remove the spine, how to remove a plantar wart from the root ?
There are many ways to remove it. You can try to do this at home, use celandine or special pharmaceutical products. You can resort to laser removal or cryodestruction.
In this article, we will talk about surgical removal of spines.
Dermatologists deal with warts, and surgeons directly remove them.
Before the operation, you need to undergo an examination or at least get advice from a therapist to check for viral infections, colds, etc.
You should go to the clinic to remove the thorn in cases where you need to remove the wart quickly, and there is no time to wait for it to go away on its own or for other methods to work (for example, pharmaceutical drugs or folk remedies).
This happens if the wart hurts a lot when pressed and is located in places where it will be permanently injured. For example, when the wart is on the sole or toe and is compressed when walking.
Also, quick removal of a wart may be necessary when the tumor is located on the arm and spoils a person’s appearance.
In a child (and such warts most often occur in childhood), this can lead to an inferiority complex and ridicule of him by other children. Thus, a wart not only poisons a child’s existence, but can also cause serious psychological problems in the future.
Cosmetology centers or dermatological clinics are engaged in the removal of warts . A regular clinic can also help you if it has a good surgeon.
Spine removal methods
To remove papilloma, surgical methods, hardware techniques, medications, and folk experience are used.
If the tumor is fresh, you can try to burn it off with medications purchased at the pharmacy.
- Antiviral medicinal ointments, tablets to remove the papilloma virus (panavir, groprinosin).
- Medicines to strengthen the immune system (viferon, interferon).
- Cauterizing drugs (superchistotel, feresol).
They fight growths in unusual ways: wrapping them in foil, rubbing in dry cement.
Cauterizing agents are used according to the instructions. If solutions come into contact with healthy areas, the skin can be burned.
Hardware techniques
Laser removal is a way to remove a spine using a laser. The device affects the formations that feed the blood vessels. Cauterization of a wart is non-traumatic, the pain is moderate. After the procedure, the pain will go away, and after a week the crust will disappear.
| Laser type | Peculiarities |
| Continuous irradiation laser | A device with highly focused irradiation. It is undesirable to get rid of papillomas on sensitive areas of the skin; the formation of scars and scars is possible. |
| Laser with variable irradiation (friction) | Suitable for removing tumors from the face and sensitive skin areas. Does not leave scars. |
The procedure takes no more than 5 minutes. Laser wart removal is safe for children.
Cryotherapy is a way to get rid of a spine using cauterization with liquid nitrogen. The procedure does not cause discomfort, the method is safe. To successfully solve the problem, several sessions of nitrogen therapy are performed. The method is cheaper in cost compared to laser removal.
Action of low-frequency electromagnetic pulses. Impact on the wart, on tissues located nearby.
Radio wave method - getting rid of papillomas using the Surgitron device. The tumor is exposed to radio waves of 3.8-4 MHz. Removal using the radio wave method is a painless method; after treatment there are no open wounds or bleeding. There were no recorded cases of burns or scars. The procedure takes up to 20 minutes.
Surgically
A surgical operation is performed and the tumor is removed with a scalpel. The event takes place in a hospital (clinic) under local anesthesia. After removal, a cosmetic suture is applied.
The method is traumatic, the healing period is several weeks. After surgery, repeated relapses are possible; this method is rarely used.
Another reason why surgery is rarely used is the likelihood of secondary infection of the wound when scratching or the entry of pathogenic microorganisms. The affected areas of the skin become inflamed, treatment is delayed.
In case of multiple rashes, histological analysis of tissue is necessary.
Contraindications for operative surgery and hardware techniques:
- pregnancy (according to doctor's indications);
- malignant neoplasms;
- viral, infectious diseases;
- increased body temperature of unknown etiology;
- increased blood pressure before the procedure;
- herpes.
Safe folk methods that will help you remove a wart yourself
| Components | How to be treated |
| Celandine | The juice of the plant will help cure a painful spine. It is necessary to smear the damaged area. Frequency of use: 2 times a day. After 1-1.5 months, the papilloma will turn black and disappear completely. |
| Apple cider vinegar, flour | Form a cake, apply to the lesion, secure with a bandage. |
| Horseradish | The root of the plant is applied to the sore spot overnight. To enhance the effect, the limb is fixed with a bandage and covered with a bag. |
| Potassium permangantsovka | Apply potassium permanganate crystals to the formation and secure with a bandage. |
| Black bread | A piece of bread is soaked in apple cider vinegar and applied overnight as a medicinal compress. |
Before carrying out the procedures, the problem area must be steamed.
What tests can the doctor order?
To make a correct diagnosis, a dermatologist will need to perform procedures such as:
- Survey . If the spines are clearly visible, the doctor can make a diagnosis based on a visual examination. In some cases, a biopsy of the affected tissue is performed for subsequent study in the laboratory.
- DNA test . This test helps determine the type of HPV that can cause cervical cancer. The material is collected using a PAP test.
An analysis aimed at determining the type of HPV is used for screening for the presence of infection. It is advisable to carry out this test only for women who have crossed the 30-year age limit.
How to understand that the spine has passed
The thorn has a deep root that cannot be pulled out on your own. If the top of the wart has been cauterized, re-growth of the tumor is likely. It is not recommended to remove papilloma yourself. Medicinal and traditional methods are effective for fresh tumors. Treatment of painful spines is considered complete after removing the entire wart along with the root.
After laser procedures, cryotherapy, and the use of electromagnetic pulses, the wart turns black and disappears completely within a week. The risk of relapses, side effects, and complications is minimal.
How to remove a scar after removal
After removal of the spine, the surface of the skin takes a long time to heal. To prevent the appearance of scars after removal:
- Do not expose damaged skin to active sunlight or sudden temperature changes;
- as the wound heals, blackening appears on the wound, and then a crust, which is forbidden to be removed or combed;
- do not use decorative cosmetics or alcohol-based cosmetics;
- antimicrobial, antibacterial, wound-healing ointments for inflammatory processes (levomekol, levosin, salicylic ointment, applied directly to the wound, it is not recommended to use bandages, the skin needs access to oxygen;
- in the absence of a secondary infection, it is enough to treat the wound with a weak solution of potassium permanganate, fucorcin;
- During hygiene procedures, you should not rub the skin;
- limit visits to bathhouses and saunas for 1-2 months.
How to care for wart scars:
- taking vitamins A, E, vitamin-mineral complexes increase the body's resistance;
- anti-scar ointments (Contractubex, Zeraderm) - drugs can be purchased at the pharmacy;
- gels, ointments to accelerate skin regeneration (solcoseryl, dermatix).
Folk remedies
In addition to traditional methods, there are many folk ways to combat tumors. Among them are the following:
Horseradish root. First you need to grate the horseradish root using a grater and put the resulting pulp into a cup.
After this, you need to steam your feet so that the top layer of keratinized skin can be removed from the spine. Grated horseradish root must be applied to the growth, wrap the foot in cellophane and put on a warm sock. This compress is left overnight and performed regularly until the spine is completely separated. Nettle compress. To prepare it, you need to chop the nettle leaves and wrap them in a burdock leaf. Apply all this to the spine and secure with a band-aid. Put on a sock and keep this compress until the morning. Instead of nettle, you can also use kalanchoe or garlic. It is recommended to use this method 3-4 times in a row, then take a break.
Possible complications
If papilloma is not treated, the following consequences are possible:
- inflammation processes in damaged areas of the body;
- increase in size;
- the appearance of multiple warts;
- pain when walking (with papillomas on the sole of the foot);
- transition of a benign neoplasm to the malignant stage;
- formation of scars, cicatrices.
If after treatment the tumor darkens, the patient is bothered by pain, itching, swelling, you should visit a dermatologist.
If warts appear again after treatment, a consultation with an immunologist is recommended.
Perhaps the reason for the appearance of tumors is a weakened immune system. To prevent education, it is necessary to follow the rules of personal hygiene, use your own cosmetics, clothing, and shoes. The article has been verified by the editors
Reviews
Anna, 30 years old.
There were 3 spines on the foot; I had them removed at the clinic. They offered to remove it with a laser or electric current (I chose current, it was cheaper). When they cauterized it, there was no pain, but when it healed, it was impossible to step on the leg. Now three small dents on the foot remind you of warts.
Artem, 44 years old.
I had such a nasty thing, I started piercing it with a needle, it hurt, of course, but nothing. Then I pulled out the roots from the inside, burned them with iodine and everything healed.
Evgeniya, 25 years old.
I removed warts several times in the salon with nitrogen, they constantly appear on my feet, 7-10 at a time, I’m already tired of fighting them. Apparently, it's time to go to the hospital and see a normal doctor.
