Mole removal

Moles or scientifically nevi are pigmented formations on the skin - an accumulation of cells with a high content of melanin or an overgrown blood vessel. Moles can be directly at the level of the skin or rise above it. In 85% of cases, these are benign formations, red, light brown, purple, black.

Moles are small in size - very tiny, some reach 10-15 cm. Nevi, especially large ones, sometimes cause inconvenience to a person, sometimes they can become dangerous to health, as they can develop into melanoma (malignant tumor). Therefore, the doctors of the Slim center in Kyiv recommend to perform dermatoscopy and remove the mole.

When should a mole be removed?

If there is no danger of developing cancer, there is no point in removing it. But quite often, a nevus causes discomfort in a person, does not look aesthetically pleasing, clings to clothes or accessories. In this case, getting rid of them is quite justified. Removal of a mole in Kyiv at the Slim Center is carried out according to the following indications:

1. in a short period of time, the nevi increased significantly in size;
2. inflammation, swelling, redness;
3. the color of the mole has changed, it has become lighter or darker;
4. a birthmark has jagged, uneven edges, an asymmetric shape;
5. the mole has become denser or softer;
6. pigmented formations are located on the body in an inconvenient place.

Such symptoms lead to a decision - to remove a mole on the face, body. You can’t do it yourself, you need to see a doctor.

Methods for removing neoplasms in Kyiv

1. surgical excision;
2. laser;
3. radio wave knife.

The most effective and safe are the removal of moles with a radio wave knife, a laser. Since the mole must be taken for histology, our dermatologists most often use the radio wave method. The price of mole removal depends on the size of the nevus. We would like to note that in our center, the prices for the removal of neoplasms are among the most affordable in Kyiv.

Mole removal in Kyiv

Before removing a nevus, you should consult a doctor. He conducts a visual examination, examines them under multiple magnification, prescribes dermatoscopy - a diagnostic method that allows you to study the deep skin layers. In most cases, after removal, doctors recommend taking a mole for histology, especially if they are suspicious during dermatoscopy. Also, the patient must adhere to certain rules: 2 days before the procedure, do not visit the bath, sauna, solarium, avoid exposure to ultraviolet rays, stop drinking alcohol.

How long does the removal process take?

The procedure for removing springs takes about 15-20 minutes, depending on the size and delicacy of the area, and is performed under local anesthesia. Under the action of the laser, the cells of the nevus are destroyed. Since the vessel is coagulated, the surrounding tissues are not involved and the risk of bleeding is quite small. During the manipulation, the tissue of the mole and its root are removed. Therefore, the neoplasm will not grow again in this place.

Radio wave method for removing moles

Removal of neoplasms with a radio wave knife is performed using a high-frequency electric discharge. As a result, many microscopic incisions are formed that remove moles in layers. When using it, there is practically no blood, there is no infection of the wound, so it is considered safe. The trace after the removal is almost invisible. Among the advantages of the radio wave method are:

1. healthy tissues are not damaged;
2. lack of blood and, accordingly, complications;
3. painlessness;
4. the likelihood of side effects (edema, redness, inflammation) is minimal;
5. The duration of the operation is short - about 20 minutes.

The radio wave method is prescribed not only for the removal of nevi, but also for warts, papillomas, condylomas. It is not assigned in such cases:

1. presence of chronic skin diseases;
2. presence of a pacemaker in the body;
3. for viral lesions of the skin;
4. during pregnancy and lactation.

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The cost of removing moles in Kyiv depends on the chosen method, the size of the neoplasms, their number, the qualifications of the specialist, and the equipment used. Similar procedures are carried out at the Slim center in the districts of Kyiv - Goloseevo, Obolon, Poznyaki. During the consultation and after the research, a method will be chosen, the price for the removal procedure will be announced.

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