A thorn is a type of wart on the skin that is caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). Localization of the disease are the feet and palms. HPV is present in the body in 90% of people.
Factors provoking the appearance of such neoplasms: stressful situations, the consequences of certain diseases, weakened immunity, and many others. This disease is very unpleasant, problematic and requiring treatment.
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What is the danger of spikes on the sole, foot, finger?
What is the danger of spikes? Since thorn is a viral disease, therefore, this virus can be transmitted. Infection occurs by getting the virus on open wounds: scratches, cuts, etc.
Ways of HPV infection:
- Through a handshake with a person in whose body the virus is already present.
- General use of household items such as towels, toothbrushes and combs.
- In public places: locker rooms, baths, beaches.
In the worst case, the spine can cause a disease such as a malignant neoplasm. The virus, penetrating into the body, affects the subcutaneous tissues at the cellular level.
Infected cells begin to develop abnormally. So, warts develop on the human body, which are a benign neoplasm. A thorn is a type of wart.
In what cases is it necessary to seek medical help?
The presence of a spike on the human body not only causes aesthetic dislike, but also great discomfort. In the early stages of formation, it looks like a small bump.
As it develops, it increases in size, acquires a yellowish tint and a porous surface. In the center of the spike, small black dots become visible – clogged capillaries.
A feature of the spines is that they grow deep into, forming a solid rod or, in other words, a “thorn”. Spikes are formed on the feet and palms.
Big painful sensations are caused by plantar ones, since the mass of the entire human body falls on this area. During a person’s walking, the spine compresses the surrounding tissues, thereby creating pain. As it grows, it can cause itchy skin.
The reason for this is pressure on the nerve receptors. The human papillomavirus can spread to neighboring tissues, so if you have a spine and you have not carried out the appropriate treatment, then after a while, children may appear around the main one. The spikes can come together and cause even more pain.
You should consult a doctor in the following cases:
- when the growth develops very quickly;
- when it hurts and causes anxiety.
Existing removal methods
Treatment for a spinal cord begins with determining how deeply tissue cells are affected. In traditional medicine, surgical and physical methods are used. In case of extensive damage to the skin with a spike, patches are used.
In the case when the spine has not affected the internal tissues, treatment is not required. It is recommended to simply replace tight shoes with more comfortable ones. Now pharmacies sell a wide variety of patches that help reduce pressure on the neoplasm. They are made in the form of a cap.
Traditional medicine for the treatment of spines suggests the use of a variety of plants, chemical compounds and mixtures. For example, dough based on acetic acid, celandine, tomatoes, red cabbage, garlic, iodine, aloe and much more.
Surgery
Spinal removal with a scalpel is a surgical removal that takes place under anesthesia. The surgeon removes the body of the spine, affecting part of the healthy tissue.
Such treatment does not give a 100% guarantee, since there is a high probability of relapses. This happens when, after removal, spine cells remain, from which a new one subsequently grows.
Another disadvantage of this method is a large wound, which requires some care after surgery.
The advantage of this method is the ability to remove several spines at once or one, but large.
How to remove it with laser coagulation?
In this method, the specialist uses a low-power laser to remove the spine, evaporating the tumor tissue. This is the most convenient and relatively painless way.
Advantages:
- Safety and sterility.
- The depth of penetration of the laser is fully controlled.
- The wound heals quickly.
- No significant scars remain.
- 100% removal of affected cells.
The removal of the spine can be carried out only after consultation with a dermatologist. The principle of this method is to heat the cells and evaporate the liquid from them.
The spike has a root or in other words a “thorn”. Therefore, this method is used after preliminary anesthesia. The laser beam cauterizes the neoplasm, clogging the blood vessels. The spike is covered with a crust, which disappears on its own after two weeks. This method is good at removing spikes on the palms.
The neoplasm is treated with an antiseptic, anesthetized. The spike is removed with a laser. At the end of the procedure, the growth site is re-treated with an antiseptic. The advantage of this method is that, compared with a scalpel and nitrogen, there is no bleeding.
Despite all the positive aspects, this method has contraindications:
- Do not use during flu and respiratory diseases.
- With hypertension.
- With inflammation around the spine.
- During pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Excretion with liquid nitrogen
This method is called cryodestruction. A very popular way. The specialist applies a small amount of liquid nitrogen to the neoplasm and holds it for 30 seconds. After cauterization with nitrogen, the spike turns white and hardens.
After a few hours, the treated area turns red and a slight swelling may form. The next day, the spike turns into a bubble, which gradually resolves over the course of a week. The wound is covered with a dense crust, after which it disappears on its own.
When using this method, healing takes relatively longer than with laser. This procedure may not remove the spine in one go. In some cases, you will have to repeat 3-4 times, depending on how deep the thorn has grown.
Advantages of this method:
- affordable price;
- no preparatory procedures are needed;
- the procedure takes a minimum of time;
- the virus does not spread to neighboring tissues;
- no scars remain.
Flaws:
- There are unpleasant sensations.
- The result depends on the qualification of the specialist.
- It may be necessary to repeat the procedure.
The growth will help to cure – electrocoagulation
This method is the simplest and most affordable. The method is based on the burning of infected neoplasm tissues with the help of current. A burn appears at the site of the spike. This method has some disadvantages: it is difficult to determine the depth of the root, healthy tissues are affected.
The patient is preliminarily anesthetized and the place of growth is disinfected. Further, with the help of a laser, with the required frequency set, they act on the spine, thereby cauterizing it. Time – no more than a minute and depends on the depth of the root. Several tumors can be removed in one procedure.
Any of the presented methods of treatment must be combined with taking medications that are aimed at destroying the human papillomavirus itself.
Which method is most effective, according to doctors
According to the head physician of the Moscow City Hospital No. 62 A.N. Makhson. The doctor claims that if you do not treat benign neoplasms with HPV, this can lead to serious consequences.
This virus eats from everyone who has warts, growths, papillomas on the body. This is approximately 80-85% of the total population. They are not dangerous until they turn into melanomas. Melanoma is a malignant neoplasm that destroys people in a matter of months.
The only drug recommended by the doctor Mahson is papinol. This drug not only affects the neoplasm body, but also destroys the virus. This tool is highly effective and affordable for everyone.
Preventive procedures: how to avoid the appearance of growths?
Measures to prevent this disease include:
- Compliance with personal hygiene.
- When visiting places like the beach, locker rooms, public baths, swimming pools and others, do not go barefoot.
- Try not to let other people wear your shoes and clothes.
- Wash items that come into contact with existing spikes more frequently.
- Keep your shoes dry and clean.
- Protect the skin from wounds, scratches, cracks.
- Make sure your lifestyle is right.
- Stick to proper nutrition.
- Boost your immunity.
Conclusion
Attentive attitude to your body, compliance with personal hygiene measures will help to avoid the development of various neoplasms, including spines, as well as exacerbation of the human papillomavirus.
