Genital wart is very common in sexually active adults. Most infections do not result in the manifestation of genital warts. The annual incidence of genital warts is 1-2 percent of the sexually active population. Genital warts are almost always spread by sexual contact but vertical transmission and autoinoculation do occur rarely.
Genital warts are not themselves cancerous, but warts caused by high risk types of HPV are predisposed to oncogenic transformation. All female patients with anogenital warts should be considered at risk for cervical, vaginal, and vulvar dysplasia, which can lead to cancer and death.
The CO2 laser utilizes focused infrared light energy to vaporize affected tissues. It permits precise tissue ablation by spatial confinement of thermal damage and effective vaporization, which promotes rapid healing without scar formation in most cases. CO2 laser therapy is a useful treatment modality, especially for extensive warts.
The principal advantages of CO2 laser therapy are precision (which results in sparing of normal tissue), probable elimination of the infective agent, and relatively good cosmetic result. Carbon dioxide laser can be used to treat extensive and thick warts quickly and without the drawing of blood.
The carbon dioxide laser is able to effect such wart clearance in part because of deeper penetration than generally occurs with cryotherapy. The CO2 laser is best used at power settings of 2-10 Watts because it vaporizes tissue with a shallow depth of penetration at those settings.
However, laser treatment is more complex and costly than electrosurgery or cryotherapy. A CO2 laser costs ,000-50,000 and requires maintenance and additional training to perform correctly. CO2 laser therapy is typically an office procedure. However, larger lesions and pediatric patients may require anesthesia and therefore can be done in the hospital under general anesthesia.
HPV DNA may be released during laser vaporization of genital HPV infections; if appropriate evacuating equipment is used, contamination of the operator is unlikely. The surgeon and assisting personnel must wear laser masks and use a vacuum ventilation system.
Risk factors for transmission of genital warts by vaporization include the HPV type, thinness of skin, and viral burden. A disadvantage of the lasers is that the risk of scarring, although small, is greater than of cryotherapy. There are no new significant studies comparing the benefit of carbon dioxide laser therapy versus placebo.
In former studies, the efficacy of laser treatment ranged from 23 to 52 percent with 3-18 months follow up. Recurrence rates ranged from 60 to 77 percent. Newer studies either are poorly designed or involve too small a sample size. Most studies require additional therapies. Carrozza et al. compared extensive genital warts in HIV-positive and HIV-negative patients. The clearance and recurrence rates were similar for both groups.
Selection of a treatment modality may depend on the number, size, and location of lesions. There is little certainty that one approach is more effective than another, although costs differ. Determining the best treatment for genital warts takes into account efficacy, needs, preferences, financial resources and convenience to the patient.
Warts occurring on the body, face, feet, hands or genitals can be successfully eliminated with AntiWarts-Rx. This product is made from strictly certified organic antiviral plant material and concentrated with naturally occurring monoterpene ketones which have tremendous antiviral effects against the wart virus, HPV, as demonstrated in published scientific studies.
As some go their entire life without ever having a wart, while others seem prone to the infection, it is commonly believed occurrences of warts are associated with a lower immunity against HPV. As a result, ImmunoDrops for Warts is a powerful organic dietary supplement developed by NaturesPharma exclusively to combat HPV and strengthen immune parameters for those afflicted with warts.
The antiviral properties of these treatments are undisputed and basic common sense must be considered when using any treatment, natural or synthetic. It is imperative that there is trust in the manufacturers who are the purveyors for quality. To learn more, please go to http://www.naturespharma.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How effective is dermatalogical laser therapy? Any side effects?
I have acne on face and acne spots (kind of little holes). I am thinking of getting laser therapy done. How effective is actually this therapy? And are there any side effects?-
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Go read up on SIDE EFFECTS of laser therapy.Adam Lambert has the worst acne scars. JLo, even Demi Moore have been seen with scars on their faces during interviews. Seal, the musician, Heidi Klum's ex have you seen the scar on his face? Demi in October 2012 issue of 'People magazine, showed her freckles (acne?) on the cover and inside article photo showed she had them removed but there was a 'hole' and no makeup could fill that in. How about Jennifer Hudson 'flea beaten scars' on her legs, as if she had itched them and got infected. I had some of those when I was a kid. Just as recently as October, I had a tiny spider (?) bite where my watch was, and after 2 weeks, it was dried and I thought it was healing, so I peeled it. Even though it was covered by my watch, there is a tiny freckle there now, but it had heeled, except it was darker. I should just let it fall off, when it was time instead of 'rushing it, exposing tender skin. This is now Dec and the freckle is not going away. By January and I could hardly see it. Even though I eat healthy, I am not one of those that heal fast. When I had bunion surgery, I was told it could take 3 months, it took me 3 years! LOL Anyway . . . with all their money they're making now, even beauty products can't do anything about their faces or should I say scars.
Avoid too much sun exposure, so it won't make your scars even DARKER permanently. Skin heals. So let your skin heals.Sunscreens or lotions does not protect you from nasty, painful burns. Lotions does not protect you from skin cancer. Lotions does not protect you from skin diseases. Lotions does not protect you from discolorations - permanently. And lotions does not protect you from skin tags, freckles, moles, they will only get larger, darker, and bumpier as they are exposed from UV.
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What can I use to get rid of acne scars, open pores, and to get my original complexion back?
I have some acne scars, rough looking skin, and skin darkening due to sun damage. Are therapies like blue light therapy or microdermabrasion good, or are there creams I can use to treat these ailments.( I mean good creams, becuase I have 2 useless products at home which aren't doing anything for me right now.-
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The best cream you can get for getting rid of scars is very simply Vitamin E cream. Use it for 100 days and the idea is that it helps the skin heal 1% per day. After 100 days it will have healed as much as it can with the cream helping, after that you will have to try something else. There are lots of creams on the market from the pharmacy that claim to help heal scars but they wont change the roughness on your skin from the acne scarring just make it a bit softer and help with the discolouration. Dermabrasion and laser therapy are dramatic but if you have it done by a professional it can make a huge difference because it literally takes the surface off your skin letting it start again. Any peels, abrasive therapies or laser type therapies you really have to look into because they can have serious sideffects especially if you have sensitive skin or are prone to keloid scarring. Personally I would get an appointment with a dermatologist and discuss it with them as they may have a better idea of the treatment that would work for you and your skin type. I found an article that you might find interesting on comparing a couple of the different ways of removing acne scarring. Here is the link and good luck!!
http://www.blackwell-synergy.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1524-4725.2004.30266.x?cookieSet=1&journalCode=dsu
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What happens if you have a lazer surgery for acne scars?
Hi, I'm 13 and I really want my acne scars to disappear. But definitely, I am not getting it now. My mum says maybe when I'm older. My acne scars are not too deep, but they cover all my two cheeks, chin and side of my head. So how much would that be? Does lazer surgery hurt? Because I'm scared of doctors, and I've watched what goes on if you have it. Your skin has a reaction. But I'm scared of that too. What if something goes wrong? How longer would it take? What is the youngest age for a person to have the laser treatment.-
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Two types of laser therapy is available. They are ablative or resurface and non ablative. When the ablative procedure is used, the scar tissue is burned away allowing the collagen to tighten around the wound. This reduces the visibility of the scar. This is a very invasive procedure requiring months for healing. The non-ablative laser treatment does not cause hurt to the top layer of skin. This is more well loved and can be completed at lunchtime allowing the individual to go back to work.More and more people are opting for acne laser treatments today to remove acne or acne scarring. People who are considering acne laser treatment, should keep in mind that this sort of treatment really should be considered as a last resort. Treatment of severe acne scars depends on their shape, depth, and location.
During laser resurfacing, a laser pen is held just above the acne or acne scar tissue. A concentrated beam of light is waved back and forth over the area, vaporizing the unwanted tissue and developing a new skin surface for growth. This is where the term laser resurfacing comes from. After the laser treatment, new collagen will form.
Many types of acne scar treatment options are available for removal of scars. If your scarring is mild or has just occurred, an over-the-counter product will work. If you do speak with a doctor about it because of severe scarring, work together to find the treatment that is best for you.
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How to get rid of an irritating acne scar?
I've had this acne scar for like a year and its really getting to me now. I had this huge zit and i took tweezers and squeezed it and it worked till I realized that just irritates it and leaves an annoying scar. Is their any home remedies I could use for this besides Bio Oil, URINE THERAPY?!, and I dont wanna go out and buy anything. So, any ideas?-
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Hey I'm a dermatology student and by following this, is best way to get rid of acne scars. With all my patients I've seen some pretty horrible scarring completely healed. DONT BE LAZY AND CHEAP. There are NO HOME REMEDIES that will heal a scar, to heal scars You need effective products and treatments which will heal the damaged cells in the skin. Try the following:1) Mandelic acid based skincare treatments are BY FAR the best skincare products on the market for post acne scars. NuCelle (http://www.nucelle.com) have the largest range, and have been clinically proven to be effective. Mandelic acid is the meant for acne scar sufferers and is the most gentle skincare product which minimizes inflammation and redness. For best results, use the serum, use the face wash, toner and moisturizer too. Also, protect your face from the sunlight and heat while you're treating your scarring, as it will quicken the healing/restoring process. For more info on mandelic acid, visit http://www.mandelicacid.net
2) Look into getting IPL (Intense Pulse Light) laser treatment. IPL is a laser treatment which works by eliminating the enlarged capillaries in your face which causes redness and scarring. It s completely safe and healthy too !! (My 11 year old brother had it done go get rid of a scar from hockey). You can get it
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How to remove acne scars yourself without any medication?
I am tired to go to the dermatologist , I tried several acne creams but none work. I am 23 and I really need to find a treatment that help me remove my acne scars. I tried home remedies for acne and none helped me. Any suggestions on some acne treatments? I can't afford laser acne treatment so please don't mention this option to me. Thanks-
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Well you remind me my daughter:) If none of these treatments worked for you then try Zeno and blue light therapy. They both work and are now affordable.Try the mini Zeno and see if it works for you
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0019ZSAUM?ie=UTF8&tag=how-to-treat-acne-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0019ZSAUM
Also give a try to the MD blue light therapy. It is fantastic and helped my daughter a lot.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QKHT34?ie=UTF8&tag=how-to-treat-acne-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B001QKHT34
However you still need a good cream for your skin, Revitol Acne Moisturizing Cream is what my daughter takes.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000OQGFYK?ie=UTF8&tag=how-to-treat-acne-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000OQGFYK
Also make sure to reduce stress in your life and eat healthy. Good luck
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What is the best way to remove acne scars fast?
anyone know anything that is good that can get rid rid of the acne scars fast maybe has worked great for you?-
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Of course, sometimes, no matter how hard you work to keep scars from forming, they can still show up. Over time, scars can fade and become less visible. This is because as skin renews itself, old, damaged tissues are replaced by newer, healthy skin cells. Most of the time though, scars won t disappear completely on their own. If you want fast removal of acne scars, there are a lot of different treatments available.A lot of topical creams and serums can kick-start your body s natural healing and skin renewal processes so that your scars fade more quickly. However, since scar tissue is mostly dead, damaged skin, treatments like dermabrasion or microdermabrasion, laser therapy, chemical peels, and surgical therapies like subcision are best for fast removal of acne scars.
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How can I get rid of somewhat deep acne scars?
I have heard things like vitamin C (orange juice) can produce collagen. Would that type of stuff get rid of acne scars?-
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Completely getting rid of acne scars takes a long time. Getting rid of scars isn't very easy.Squeezing or picking at acne can damage the skin tissue around the acne. This can lead to the scarring that is such a concern for many people.
If the nature of your scars is mild to moderate, then home remedies are sufficient. There are many lotions based on alpha hydroxyl acid and retinol. These lotions are very effective for the treatment of the acne scars. it also depends on the type of your skin. If you have a sensitive skin type, it will be better not to use lotions based on the above ingredients. They can harm sensitive skin. There is a specific range of medications to treat people who can not undergo retinol and alpha acid treatments. The most effective among them are lavender oil, aloe vera juice and rosehip seed oil. They can heal scars without harming the skin in the long run.
I suggest trying aloe vera juice and putting that on your face at night where the scars are.
Also, try lemon juice.
To use the lemon juice treatment to remove your acne scar you will need to first wash your face with warm water. Then pour some lemon juice on a cotton ball, and then gently rub the effected acne mark area. For best results leave the lemon juice on your face for about 10 minutes and then dry the affected acne scar area.To start seeing results with the lemon juice it can take anywhere from one day and even up to three months. Results will vary depending on the seriousness of the acne problem.
Another big factor in reducing or getting rid of acne scars is that you will also need to watch the kind of oils you are putting into your body. Some oils that you use is just screaming acne come and get me!
One of the most common forms of vegetable oil is the sunflower oil. It is highly recommended that if you are using such oils in your cooking then you should consider stop using them to cook as it will only increase the risk of more acne break outs.
By avoiding the use of vegetable oils in your cooking, it has been reported that it can be one of the leading factors in clearing up your acne by 50%. Even in sever cases it has been said that that people who stopped using such vegetable oils, have been completely relieved of any future acne outbreaks.
Ready to hear this? Believe it or not by drinking more than the recommended 8 glasses of water daily will immediately begin to see results with getting rid of your acne scars. If you are a severe acne suffer you should stay away from carbonated drinks, and caffeine drinks such as coffee, and sodas.
Or if you have the money, go to a dermatologist.
If you have serious scarring from previous bouts with acne, there are some things you can do. One form of treatment is laser resurfacing, which can be done in the doctor's or dermatologist's office. The laser removes the damaged top layer of skin and tightens the middle layer, leaving skin smoother. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour. The doctor will try to lessen any pain by first numbing the skin with local anesthesia. It usually takes between 3 and 10 days for the skin to heal completely.
Another method for treating acne scarring is dermabrasion, which uses a rotating wire brush or spinning diamond instrument to wear down the surface of the skin. As the skin heals, a new, smoother layer replaces the abraded skin. It may take a bit longer for skin to heal using dermabrasion usually between 10 days and 3 weeks.
The newest form of treatment for acne scarring is called fractional laser therapy. This type of treatment works at a deeper level than laser resurfacing or dermabrasion, Because fractional laser therapy doesn't wound the top layer of tissue, healing time is shorter. Fractional laser therapy is quite costly, and it's not usually covered by insurance.
A person's acne will need to be under control before having any of these treatments.
Depending on the severity of the acne scars, the doctor or dermatologist may also suggest a chemical peel or microdermabrasion to help improve the appearance of scarred areas. These milder treatments can be done right in the office.
Some of these are rather expensive though.
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How do I get rid of my acne scars?
I have moderate acne scars on parts of my face. They have been getting progressively better throughout the years but I am looking for faster results. How would I go about getting rid of these? Would a toner work?-
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Microneedle Therapy can get rid of scarring. Its just as good as lasers but a lot cheaper. I also had some light scarring from acne that I wanted to go away and used it everyday and after about a week noticed it getting lighter and after a month it was unnoticible unless I really stared at it or pointed it out. I've heard that Mederma and Bio-Oil is good for scars too, but have never used them.
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What do doctors give to people with acne scars?
Im going to the doctor on monday and I have a lot of red acne scars on my face, it sucks =(-
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It's one of life's great mysteries why some people get acne and other never have as much as a pimple. It's also one of life's other mysteries why some sufferers escape any permanent scarring while others display deep facial scars for the rest of their life.Whatever the reasons behind this however, one thing is very important to many people and that is determining what is the best treatment for acne scars. Of course, like so many other medical conditions there is not a straightforward answer - in fact the simplest answer is .. it depends.
The first thing to consider is how severe your acne scars really are. Is the skin heavily pitted and scarred or is it just blemished for example? This will have a direct impact on the type and complexity of the therapy that you need to employ. For example if your skin if mildly scarred then you might consider a chemical peel which strips away the outer layer of skin. Don't worry, it doesn't hurt, and can be very effective. There are actually many natural chemical skin peel agents available today so it doesn't have to be expensive or traumatic for you. If your skin is more heavily scarred then it may be necessary to have a more aggressive treatment such as microdermabrasion. As always, if you are in doubt, always seek a professional opinion before embarking on any treatment therapy.
There is no doubt that modern medical treatments such as steroid cream and laser therapy do get good results but these can be harsh on you and they are generally quite expensive.
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How to get rid of acne scars?
I been breaking out lately and it's been leaving alot of acne scars. How can I get rid of them?-
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First order of business: Treat the acne to prevent new scars.
There are a range of options to treat acne scars. Some topical creams, like Retin-A may help. Laser resurfacing is a powerful and effective treatment, but also pretty expensive. Surgical procedures may be required to correct severe scars. Microdermabrasion and chemical peels work pretty well for superficial stuff. Light therapy might also help.
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