Mole/Wart/Skin Tag Removal
Introduction
Dermatologists execute procedures to remove unwelcome skin growths such as moles, warts, and skin tags. The removal of benign skin growths like moles, warts, and skin tags is an option for both aesthetic and medical purposes. The method used to get rid of these growths may change based on their size, location, and nature. The dermatologist may simply use a scalpel or pair of scissors to cut out small growths; however, bigger growths may need to be surgically excisioned and stitched.
Additionally, there are a number of non-surgical ways to get rid of skin tags, warts, and blemishes. These techniques include chilling the growth with liquid nitrogen, burning it with an electric current, or vaporising it with lasers. The dermatologist will typically cover the treated area with a dressing or bandage after the procedure and give directions for aftercare, which may include keeping the area dry and clean and avoiding activities that might irritate the skin.
Pathophysiology
The destruction or removal of the lesion from the skin is a necessary step in the pathophysiology of mole, wart, and skin tag excision. Benign skin growths like moles, warts, and skin tags can all be surgically removed for either aesthetic or therapeutic purposes. Surgical excision, which entails removing the lesion from the epidermis with a scalpel or other cutting instrument, is the most popular technique for removing these lesions. Cryotherapy, which involves freezing the lesion with liquid nitrogen, and electrocautery, which involves burning the lesion off the skin using an electrical current, are two additional elimination techniques. Moles, warts, and skin tags can occasionally be removed with laser treatment. Following removal, the area might either be sutured shut or left to recover naturally.
Side Effects
The region may turn red, swell, and tender for a few days after the removal of a mole, wart, or skin tag. There may also be some minor hemorrhaging, scabbing, or crusting. There might occasionally be some minor discomfort or pain, particularly if the area was large or needed multiple treatments. In uncommon instances, scarring or infection could happen. To minimise these symptoms and lower the risk of complications, it is crucial to adhere to the dermatologist’s treatment recommendations.
How do Dermatologists do Mole/Wart/Skin Tag Removal?
Dermatologists can remove moles, warts, and skin tags through various methods, including:
- Excision: In this procedure, a local anaesthetic is used to numb the region before the mole, wart, or skin tag is removed with a scalpel or surgical scissors.
- Shaving the mole, wart, or skin tag off at the skin’s surface level is the second way of removal. The wound typically heals without the need for stitches.
- Cryotherapy: This technique involves using liquid nitrogen to freeze the mole, wart, or skin tag, causing it to blister and ultimately fall off.
- Electrosurgery: This technique includes burning off the mole, wart, or skin tag with a very small electrical current.
- Laser removal: This technique removes a mole, wart, or piece of skin by directing a concentrated beam of light at it.
Before & After Treatment Images
