Thursday, May 7, 2009

Is there a safe way to remove skin growth?

Yes, if you do it correctly, freezing can work. Depending on the growth, it may grow back if you don't destroy all the affected tissue. Usually, you'll have to freeze the affected area multiple times. A dermatologist will normally use liquid nitrogen, but if you're doing it yourself difluloroethane works almost as well and is very cheap - its the compound in most air dusters. You'll need to use the liquid, so you need to turn the spray can upside down and spray it on the affected area for a few second. Be careful not to over-spray too much, but realize that you can't do it perfectly either. It'll hurt just alittle. You'll know that you've done it correctly when a blister forms about 3-6 hours after you freeze the skin. If possible, don't pop the blister, its nature's bandage. Repeat if necessary. Understand this: freezing your skin is similar to burning it. regardless of whether you or a doctor does it, you can get the skin infected. this isn't a problem, just treat it like any other infected cut or burn. freezing (or burning) whether done by you or a doctor can cause scarring - so be aware. One last warning, only do this on normal skin tissue, not on any sensitive areas!





This does work, and it is as safe as any treatment that can be used. Minor skin infection in the treated area is always possible, but thats not dangerous unless you are immunocompromised (aka had an organ transplant or have HIV)

Is there a safe way to remove skin growth?
What is skin growth? Skin is supposed to grow. Yet when you mean callouses (the accumulation and compacting of dead skin cells) grandmother´s advice is to soak your feet in lukewarm water with a few aspirins. When you find the skin soft enough use your towel to rub off these dead flakes. However! Leave some to protect your feet since that is what is meant for. And remember to rinse your feet with plenty of cold water before drying.


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