Kiko Kono, M.D.
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Graduated from Kawasaki Medical School. Worked as a dermatologist for about 20 years at core hospitals. After many years of experience and achievements, he became a cosmetic dermatologist. His practice style is to examine the skin thoroughly and pursue what is happening where on the skin and approach the problem. Her specialties include customized treatment, laser treatment, Botox, and skin growth injections. In her private life, she is a mother of two children.
Which clinic in Hiroshima offers wart removal? What are warts in the first place? What are the types and causes? Do you have any concerns or questions about warts? YAYOI CLINIC, a cosmetic dermatology clinic in Hiroshima, recommends the "CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser" for wart removal. If you are concerned about warts on your neck, or if you have developed warts due to ultraviolet rays or other causes, please check out .......
What are warts in the first place? Types and Causes of Warts
Before looking for a wart removal procedure or clinic in Hiroshima, let's first check the causes and types of warts.
What is a wart?
A wart is a small growth that forms when a portion of the skin is raised. Each type of wart has different characteristics, such as size and shape, and each type has its own method of treatment. There are two main causes of warts
■[Cause 1] Viral warts
Viral warts are warts caused by viral infections. There are various types of viruses, and the preferred site of infection and symptoms vary depending on the type of infection. The following are the types of warts caused by viral infections
Verruca Vulgaris
Also called viral verrucae, they are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) invasion through small wounds.Characterized by rough surfaces on fingers and toes. They are often yellow, gray, or brown in color and projecting. They are also warts that can be passed on to others, so a visit to a dermatologist is necessary.
Flat wart (adolescent)
They are flat-shaped warts caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV).Easily located on the face (forehead) and back of the hands, and can be spread to others.There are also
Molluscum contagiosum / Water warts
These warts are caused by infection with the molluscum contagiosum virus. Most common in children,Characterized by its smooth and shiny surfaceIt is. It can be passed on to others and spread through the sharing of towels, etc.
■[Cause 2] Warts caused by ultraviolet rays, friction, and aging
Some warts are caused by the effects of ultraviolet radiation, friction, or skin aging.
Senile warts / Seborrheic keratosis
It is brownish in color and often progresses from a spot to a wart. Characteristically, warts appear mainly in sun-exposed areas,Face, neck, and arms are the most common sites.It is.
Soft fibroma/acrochordon
Soft fibromas are benign tumors that form on the skin and are called acrochordons, which are soft, skin-colored, protruding warts that occur around the face, neck, and armpits, and begin to develop around the age of 20s,Increases with age in many cases。
Senile warts may or may not heal spontaneously, and if left untreated, they may increase in number and scope. It is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
■ Can warts only be removed by a dermatologist?
For treatment of warts, if there is a pathological aspect, see and consult a dermatologist. However, if wart removal or mole removal is done for cosmetic purposes, it is recommended to consult a cosmetic dermatologist.
Yayoi Clinic, a cosmetic dermatology clinic in Hiroshima, is available for wart removal. The "CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser" procedure is available to pinpoint the surface of warts and moles.
What is CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser wart removal at Hiroshima Yayoi Clinic?
Here is a detailed introduction to the CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser, a procedure for the removal of warts and moles offered at the Yayoi Clinic, a cosmetic dermatology clinic in Hiroshima.
What is CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser?
The CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser is one treatment that can remove warts, moles, and bulging spots. It uses transpiration (a mechanism that generates heat energy in response to moisture) to scrape the surface of the wart. Because it can be irradiated with pinpoint accuracy,Without damaging the skin outside of the treatment area.The treatment is then proceeded with. Since it only affects the epidermal layer, scars after treatment are less noticeable and heal more quickly.
■Types of warts that can be removed with the CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser
The CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser can treat some viral warts and senile warts. Viral warts that can be transmitted to other people, such as verruca vulgaris on the fingers and toes, are,Need to see a dermatologistExamples of the types of warts that can be treated with the CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser are as follows
- （Flat wart (adolescent)
- Senile warts/seborrheic keratosis
- Soft Fibroma/Acrochordon
In some cases, it is difficult to tell the type of wart just by looking at it yourself, so it would be safer to have a doctor diagnose it first. If you have an area of concern, please make an appointment and come for a consultation first.
Removal of warts at Hiroshima Yayoi Clinic] Procedure Flow
Next, let's check out the process of CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser, one of the wart removal methods. Here, we will introduce the procedure flow at Yayoi Clinic, a cosmetic dermatology clinic that offers wart removal in Hiroshima.
CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser flow
The main flow of CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser treatment is as follows
1. Counseling
During the counseling session, we will listen to your skin concerns and wishes. Next, the doctor will examine you and confirm the condition of the wart you wish to remove,Determine if CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser treatment is appropriateWe will do our best to help you. If you have any questions or concerns regarding treatment or pain, please discuss them with us during the consultation.
2. Treatment
Depending on the symptoms and condition of the wart, anesthesia may be used before the procedure begins. The laser is irradiated and the wart is removed while taking into consideration the pain. Since an "indentation" is created at the treated area, ointment is applied and taped to protect the area. The time required for the treatment varies depending on the area to be irradiated, but a rough estimate is5 to 30 minutesIt is.
CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser downtime
Except for the treated area, there is no problem with makeup, face washing, or bathing on the same day after the treatment. For the treated areaOintment and protective tape for about 2 weeks after treatmentDo so. In addition, apply sunscreen and take measures to protect against UV rays for about 3 months after the procedure.
Depending on the size and depth of the wart, re-irradiation may be necessary. Please ask your doctor for details.
■ Conclusion.
For those who are concerned about the increase in warts due to aging or who want to remove small warts/neck warts, we have provided some basic knowledge about warts and their treatment. The CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser is a treatment method for warts that requires less downtime and leaves less noticeable scars. If you want to clear up warts caused by ultraviolet rays or aging, or if you want to have a treatment that cures warts at an early stage, why not consider the CO2 (carbon dioxide gas) laser? If you are looking for a clinic in Hiroshima that can remove warts, please add Yayoi Clinic as one of your options.
Aesthetic Dermatology, Aesthetic Medicine, Aesthetic Surgery, Art Make-up Yayoi Clinic (YAYOI CLINIC) in Hiroshima introduces treatments for different problems of the skin, body, and face.
In order to offer a better option for everyone, we will assess each person's skin condition and formulate a treatment plan that meets their needs in terms of treatment duration, budget, and acceptable downtime.
If you have any concerns, please come for a counseling session first.
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Description of Treatment] CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser
Approximate number of times of treatment】1 time～
*There are individual differences depending on the area to be treated.
Cost】 ¥4,500～¥98,000 *Additional treatment fee may be charged.
Side effects/risks] Blisters, erosions, redness, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, recurrence of moles, internal bleeding, etc.
[Notes on unapproved devices
This procedure may involve the use of unapproved medical devices that have not been approved by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
The medical devices used for the procedure are subject to personal importation procedures under the judgment of a physician. For details, please refer to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's "Information on Medicines and Other Products of Caution for Personal Importation".
https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
Except for products that have been approved by the pharmaceutical affairs bodies, there may be no other domestically approved medical devices with the same performance.
Significant risks and side effects may not be evident.
In the unlikely event of a serious side effect, the drug may not be covered by the government's remedy system (Pharmaceutical Adverse Reaction Damage Relief System).
