Skin Lesion Removal Novi Sad

VIRAL WARTS

Viral warts are benign growths on the skin or mucous membranes caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They most commonly appear on the hands, feet, face, or genital area and can vary in shape and size (flat, common, plantar, genital warts).

Characteristics:

• Cause:

HPV virus, transmitted through direct contact (touch, shared objects) or sexually (genital warts).

• Appearance:

Male, hrapave izrasline, često sive ili boje kože, ponekad sa crnim tačkicama (zgrušana krv).

• Symptoms:

Usually painless, but plantar warts (on feet) can cause pain while walking.

Wart Treatment and Prevention

A dermatologist may recommend the following methods:

• Cryotherapy:

Freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen.

• Salicylic acid:

Topical treatments for gradual wart removal.

• Laser therapy:

Laser removal, especially for persistent warts.

• Electrocauterization:

Burning the wart with electric current.

• Immunotherapy::

Products that stimulate the immune system (e.g. imiquimod for genital warts).

• Surgical removal:

Rarely, for large or resistant warts.

Prevention:

• Avoid direct contact with warts.
• Do not share towels, shoes, or other personal items.
• Wear flip-flops in public showers or pools.
• For genital warts: use protection during sexual intercourse and consider HPV vaccination.

Note:

Warts often go away on their own (especially in children), but treatment is recommended if they are painful, spreading, or aesthetically concerning. If you have warts, especially genital ones, consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and therapy, since certain HPV types (high-risk) may be linked to cancer.

Safe, Effective, and Painless

When to Consult a Dermatologist?

Schedule an exam immediately if you notice:

• Changes in size, color, or shape of moles or warts
• Bleeding, pain, itching, or sores that won’t heal
• Changes that grow, change, or have irregular borders
• Family history of melanoma or skin conditions

A modern, precise, and non-invasive method for removing benign skin lesions.

1. Radiofrequency Removal

• Uses radio waves that produce heat to evaporate targeted tissue
• No major incisions and minimal scarring
• Suitable for: warts, fibromas, keratoses, papillomas, moles (if not suspicious)

Advantages:

• Fast healing
• Painless or done under local anesthesia
• Minimal bleeding and scarring

2. Laser Removal of Skin Lesions

Laser therapy is popular due to its precision, quick recovery, and safety.

• Used for moles, pigmentation, warts, acne, and scars
• Types of lasers: CO2, Er:YAG, Pulsed dye laser
• Especially effective for superficial or cosmetic changes

Advantages:

• High precision without damaging surrounding tissue
• Minimal scarring
• Short recovery and painless treatment

3. Surgical Removal of Lesions

Used for suspicious, larger, or deeper lesions that require full excision and histopathological analysis.

• Suitable for: suspicious moles, tumors, large warts, keloids, keratoses
• Removed tissue is sent for analysis (biopsy)

Advantages:

• Safe removal of deep lesions
• Permanent solution with the ability to provide an accurate diagnosis
• Mandatory when malignancy is suspected