Radiofrequency cautery
In general, warts and skin tags look somewhat similar. The skin growths appear almost everywhere on the body. Thankfully, they are benign and can be easily removed with the right treatment. It’s important to know how to identify them.
Warts
Warts are small, harmless dark spots that usually appear on the face, neck, and upper chest. The exact cause is believed to be linked to genetics and hormones.
Warts are one of the most common issues faced by both young and old.
Skin tags
They are small, flesh-coloured growths that often appear on the neck, armpits, groin, and eyelids. Common causes include Friction, Hormonal changes, Insulin resistance, and genetics. occur anywhere.
Milia
Milia are small, bump-like cysts found under the skin. They are usually 1 to 2 millimetres (mm) in size. They form when skin flakes or keratin, a protein, become trapped under the skin. Milia most often appear on the face, commonly around the eyelids and cheeks, though they can occur anywhere.
How is the treatment done?
Radiofrequency (RF) is an advanced, precise treatment method performed by cutting the outer growth in the skin surface with high-frequency energies and low temperature to cauterize warts.
This is a US FDA-approved cautery technique.
After a few days, a new layer of skin develops in the treated area, and this blends with the surrounding skin colour.
What are the benefits of Radiofrequency cauterization?
- No scarring or patches
- Minimal damage to the surrounding skin
- Minimally invasive & coagulation
- No bleeding
- No downtime
- Fast healing
How many treatments are needed?
Only one treatment is required for the existing warts. You should take precautions to prevent the condition from recurring.
Post-treatment instructions
You will be prescribed an antibiotic cream, which is to be applied for a few days.
You should keep the area clean and dry.
