No, probably, in the world of a person who does notthere would be moles on the body or face. Usually they are not paid attention, but it happens that moles begin to demand it to themselves. There are often such situations when it is necessary to eliminate the birthmark. How to do it correctly and safely and in general can I remove moles on my body? In today's article, we will deal with this issue.
What are birthmarks?
To begin with it is necessary to be defined:What is a birthmark? Many confuse it with a wart, but there is a significant difference between them. More on this will be said a little later, but for the time being it should be noted that a mole, or in other words a birthmark, is a pigmented formation on the skin. It appears in those places where a large amount of melanin pigment is formed. Accumulating in abundance in cells, this pigment at a certain moment turns into a mole. A birthmark can occur anywhere, on any part of the human body.
Birthmarks can be of different sizes - fromtiny, microscopic, to quite large and impressive. Their size they are able to change during life - at first small, and then expand (on the contrary, unfortunately, does not happen). The color of the birthmark can also be anything from light brown to red.
There are two types of moles - congenital and(the reasons for their appearance will be indicated below). Both can be both pigmented (which happens most often) and vascular - this means that the birthmark did not arise because of an overabundance of pigment in the skin, but due to the accelerated growth of the capillaries, which led to a change in the structure of the vessels. Such birthmarks are red. But they are much less common than the pigmented spots that every person on Earth has. As a rule, they appear in the very first years of life, during the carefree infancy, however they are so small that you can not see with their naked eye. Gradually they increase in size. Abundance of moles can occur at the time of puberty, when hormones are raging and there is a restructuring of the whole organism. By the way, often new birthmarks are found in themselves and pregnant women - just because of hormonal activity.
How they appear
As already mentioned above, birthmarks are capable ofarise on the body or face of a person either because of the large amount of pigment, or because of the high growth of the capillaries, and also as a result of the hormonal splash. However, this is not all the reasons for the appearance of moles. Another factor that influences the spread of moles over the body is heredity. You can not argue with genes, which means that if DNA is laid down in their DNA, you can be sure: they will appear.
There are birthmarks and because of the sunand / or ultraviolet radiation, as well as due to radiation or X-ray irradiation, skin injuries or heavily transmitted viruses that contributed to the alteration of the cellular structure.
What is different from warts
Both a mole and a wart are neoplasms onskin. But they are not, as mentioned above, the same. What is a birthmark, previously described. The wart is also called a small tubercle (as if some growth on the skin), protruding forward, not flat, but bulky. Warts are viral, that is, resulting from the entry into the body of the human papillomavirus virus, and senile, that is, those that appear due to aging.
Viral are more common.The reason for their appearance can serve as contact with a person with this virus, reduced immunity, high sweating, mental trauma and so on. Such warts, as a rule, are painless to the touch, except those that grow on the soles of the feet. They can appear on the hands, on the soles (where they rub and squeeze the shoes), on the genitals and in the groin (they appear due to non-observance of elementary hygiene), on the face (usually appear in adolescence because of irritation very tender skin).
Thus, the wart from a mole is different,first of all, its form. In addition, warts are lighter than birthmarks, and also more unpleasant to the touch (hard, and birthmarks are soft). And finally, the mole is more elementary. And warts need not be removed, they can be cured. With moles, so, unfortunately, will not work.
Are freckles also moles?
It is worth saying a few words about freckles.In fact, these are the same pigment spots. But they are not moles and, unlike them, are completely safe for humans. Freckles, as a rule, are ten times lighter, most often they become more noticeable by the summer, appearing on the skin under the influence of sunlight. Freckles are mainly characteristic of pale-faced, light-skinned people, often red, while for moles the color of hair or skin is absolutely not important. In addition, moles, as already mentioned, can appear anywhere. Freckles are most often found on the face. Well and the main difference - birthmarks are the result of accumulation of skin cells with an excess of a pigment called melanin. It is in this lies their potential danger to health and even human life.
Than the birthmarks are dangerous
Because birthmarks are a consequence of changestructure of the skin cells, it will be logical to say that they are a growth. But benign, do not be scared. With an appropriate lifestyle and attentive attitude, moles are not dangerous. However, the fact remains - any benign education is able (only able, and not necessarily become!) To become sooner or later malignant. Moles under strong and constant exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet can turn into melanoma - the strongest tumor. And cancer, as is known, unfortunately, has not yet been completely cured. This is precisely the danger of birthmarks, which is why it is undesirable to sunbathe in places where there is a cluster of moles. And even more so you should not visit the solarium. It is advisable generally to cover the birthmark from the sun - a bandage, for example, or a long sleeve, if they are on hand. Also, it is not recommended to injure the skin in places where birthmarks are located - similar can also lead to cancer. Like rubbing the skin - this should also be avoided.
Experts recommend that you immediately turn tothe doctor, if the birthmark suddenly changes in size or shape, the skin turns red and / or the skin begins to itch, if blood comes out of the mole or the hair grows, and if new stains appear suddenly in large quantities. Especially attentive to yourself and your birthmarks should be freckled, pale-skinned people, as well as those who have them in abundance.
Can I delete
If moles are potentially dangerous, the natural question arises: Is not it easier to remove them? If the birthmark is one, then, perhaps, it is simpler. And if their whole scattering?
Whatever it was, you can remove moles.But only in those places where it is really necessary because of the risk of skin cancer. For example, on the soles - there just happens regular frequent friction.
It is important to know that removing moles shouldexclusively oncologist. And although this procedure is widely used now in various beauty salons, the answer to the question where it is better to remove birthmarks is clear and categorical - exclusively in the oncology room. To cosmetologists should not apply and even more so in no case can you try to solve this problem yourself at home.
Removal of moles: for and against
As mentioned above, you do not need to deletebirthmark simply because I wanted to. If she is in a place where she does not face injury, if she does not cause any discomfort, it should not be touched. Remove the mole (in the photo below you can see an example of education, from which it is desirable to get rid of) is recommended only if the risk of melanoma is high. These are spots located in places such as the neck or décolletage zone - there is constant friction and irritation from clothing, inguinal area or armpit - there you can injure it with a shaving machine, the sole. And, of course, it is necessary to immediately eliminate the birthmark, which brings pain and discomfort. However, it is recommended that you first observe it for a while, take the necessary tests and then, after confirming the diagnosis, go to surgery.
So, the voice for removal is clear - this is a potentialdanger of cancer. What factor can serve as a voice against? Strangely enough, everything is the same. The fact is that even a remote, seemingly mole may become a threat of a tumor. The birthmarks have their roots, which. They grow into a large enough number of skin cells. And if the birthmark is not completely removed, that is, without these roots, then they can become the center of localization of the future tumor.
In addition, if the process of transformation from a mole inMelanoma is already started, it is highly undesirable to interfere with it. This will only speed up the appearance of malignant education. Reflecting on the problem, it is dangerous to remove moles, you must first of all proceed from the fact that it is safer in this particular case - to leave it or remove it. And it is worth emphasizing once again: in this case it is necessary to trust only physicians.
How to remove a birthmark
There are several ways to remove it.This laser, electric current, liquid nitrogen, radio wave method and surgical intervention. Each of them has its own characteristics, indications and contraindications. Each of these methods will be discussed in more detail below.
Laser Removal
This correction is good for small parentsspots, especially those that appeared on the face. To remove a birthmark on the face with a laser is simple, besides, the laser does not leave any scars, but for the face it is, perhaps, especially important. This method has many advantages. For example, the laser does not penetrate the skin and does not damage healthy tissues around the birthmark. It does not hurt at all and does not cause irritation and especially bleeding. In addition, rehabilitation after such intervention is only five to seven days.
Remove the birthmark on your face with a laser quickly andpainless. The whole operation consists in the fact that it is eliminated in layers, until the micro-path appears. If the education is small, the procedure will take one session, moreover, less than a minute; if more - a little longer. It is important to take breaks between procedures at least in a couple of weeks. However, laser correction can not be used with reduced immunity, as well as inflammation of the skin. After the operation, which usually passes without complications, it is advisable not to be in the sun without a special cream and do not sunbathe in the solarium for two to three months.
Electrocoagulation removal
Another way to remove a birthmark is toelectrocoagulation, or electric current, or rather, its effect. The method of electric current is good for moles with a so-called leg (there are such). The essence of the operation is the thermal treatment of the mole. The advantages of this method are a minimized risk of infection, a short procedure time, rapid rehabilitation, and the absence of scars after surgery. Electrocoagulation is used for small birthmarks, but it should be remembered that in the presence of herpes, malignancies, hemophilia, individual intolerance to electrocution, chronic infections, the use of the electric current method is prohibited.
After the operation, the wound should be protected from sun and ultraviolet rays in the same way, in addition, it is necessary to treat it with a green for several days.
Surgical removal
You can remove moles and using a scalpel.Unlike previous methods, this is great for large formations. Its undeniable advantage is the absolute result and the absence of a relapse, of course, provided that everything is done correctly. In addition, although surgical intervention is traumatic, but it is safe for the patient, and also quite inexpensive in cost.
Indications for surgical removalare also flat birthmarks, spots, divided into several parts, as well as those cases where the removal of formations by other means is impossible. The only negative - after the operation there will be a scar.
Radio wave removal
And on the body and on the face you can remove the birthmarkradiowave method, which is suitable for formations of any kind and type. This is the most effective and sparing method, which, of course, is its main advantage. High-frequency waves seem to rupture the skin with the help of thermal energy, as a result of which cells with melanin literally evaporate in the air. All exposure is done without direct contact with the skin. Advantages of this method are absence of pain, bleeding, speed of operation. However, it is impossible to remove the birthmark in this way, if there is a pacemaker, there are inflammatory processes on the skin (including chronic type), as well as during pregnancy and lactation.
After the intervention, it is necessary to treat the skin with an antiseptic three times a day and, of course, hide it from the sun and ultraviolet.
Removal with liquid nitrogen
A great option for how to remove a mole -liquid nitrogen, or, in other words, cryodestruction. This method is good for flat formations. It consists in exposure to cold with the help of liquid nitrogen. The boiling point of it is almost two hundred degrees below zero, so the cold is really brutal. Benefit takes an operation from half a minute to two.
The advantages of this method are many - quickness,painless, almost zero risk of infection. And whether it is possible to remove birthmarks on the face with the help of cold? Of course, yes - and on the face, and on the body. That's only if there are inflammations on the skin next to the necessary place, if the patient does not tolerate the cold, if he has infectious diseases, it is best to refrain from cryodestruction.
After the operation, the mole becomes white andwill cease to be soft, and the skin around will turn red, perhaps a crust will appear. The full process of wound healing lasts a month and a half - rehabilitation in this method is quite long.
Home Removal
Many people are interested in the question of how to remove a birthmark inhome conditions. The answer has already been given above, but we should emphasize it once again: no way. At home, alone, removing birthmarks is strictly prohibited. In no case should you try to tear them away, scratch them, it will only cause bleeding and provoke the infection. If it so happens that the birthmark has come off unintentionally, it is necessary to immediately treat it with hydrogen peroxide and immediately after stopping the bleeding consult a doctor.
Interesting Facts
- A dark-colored mole is called a "nevus".
- In ancient times it was believed that moles have magical properties. By the way they are located on the human body, people guess, predict fate, determine the available talents.
- There is a belief that the more a person has birthmarks, the richer he will be.
There are quite a few options how to remove a birthmark.The patient who decided on this procedure, in the absence of any contraindications, is free to choose the method for eradicating the stain. However, it is important to remember: a hundred times measure, one cut. And you need to really think hard before you leave your moles.
