Causes of sebaceous cysts may include:

• Misshapen or deformed ducts.
• Damage to cells during surgery.
• Genetic conditions like Gardner’s syndrome or basal cell nevus syndrome.

Diagnosis

Sebaceous cysts are typically diagnosed through a basic physical examination by doctors. However, if the cyst appears unusual, additional tests might be requested to rule out potential cancers, particularly if surgical removal is being considered. Tests which might be advised by doctor

• CT Scan

• Ultrasound

• Punch Biopsy

• Conventional Wide Excision : In this sebaceous cyst removal is done completely but may result in a prominent scar.

• Minimal Excision : Involves minimal scarring but carries a risk of cyst recurrence.

• Laser with Punch Biopsy Excision : In this procedure laser aided sebaceous cyst excision is done to drain the cyst, with the cyst’s outer walls removed later. Post-surgery, antibiotic ointment is typically prescribed to prevent infection until healing is complete. Scar cream may also be provided to minimize surgical scars.

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Warts

What are Warts?

Warts are common skin growths, and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the major causes of warts. Warts can occur anywhere on the body, with different types such as verruca plantaris on feet or verruca plana on faces, among others. Warts are relatively harmless in adults but can cause complications if spread to young children or the elderly with weak immune system. They may also get secondarily infected and become painful.

Fig 2. Wart

Treatment for Warts in Bangalore

• Topical Treatments : One of the most common ways of getting rid of warts is by using topical solution which usually has salicylic acid that slowly peels off the infected skin. Because of this, achieving the results often takes a few weeks, requiring continuous use for certain periods.

• Cryotherapy : Cryotherapy is the use of liquid nitrogen to freeze warts. The freezing kills off the infected cells and as a result, they tend to fall off after several treatments. Cryotherapy is the most commonly used warts removal treatment in Bangalore, which is suitable for most types of warts. Typically, doctor applies liquid nitrogen directly onto the growth, which causes a blister to form and eventually makes the wart peel away.

• Surgical Removal : During this process, surgeon will shave or cut off or burn with electric current, the wart under local anaesthesia. For most people, it takes less time, which makes it an easy skin warts treatment, but with some pain involved. It is beneficial, especially when dealing with larger or more stubborn growths that are unresponsive to topical therapies

• Co2 Laser Therapy : A CO2 laser, treats wart by burning the tissue away, using high-energy light beams. This is a highly targeted warts removal treatment in Bangalore. Lasers are very precise and only target the wart itself while leaving surrounding areas untouched. It is also notable that healing usually takes less time than other methods and is characterized by a low risk of scarring.

Abscess

What Is An Abscess?

Abscess develops when your body encounters a pathogen's interaction (pathogens are disease-causing organisms). Whenever your body's immune system encounters a pathogen interaction, the body starts off its preparation to fight against the infection by generating primary and secondary responses. White blood cells, which are also known as the fighter cells of the human body, rush to the site and accumulate there to stop the further spread of infection. This can lead to a localized collection of pus that forms within the tissues of the body, which is called an abscess.

What Are The Types Of Abscesses?

Based on their location, abscesses can be of different types:

• Skin Abscess (Cutaneous Abscess) :

  A skin abscess looks more like a pimple; it appears a boil on or inside the skin, and if internal, it is situated deep inside the skin. Skin abscesses might appear puffy and red.

  • Furuncle or boil
  • Carbuncle
  • Hidradenitis suppurativa
  • Pilonidal cyst
• Oral Abscess :

  These abscesses can affect your teeth, gums, and throat.

  • Gum abscesses
  • Periapical abscess
  • Periodontal abscess
• Internal Abscesses :

  Although they are much less common than the other types, internal abscesses can form on your brain, spinal cord, and other organs. Interior abscesses are typically more difficult to identify and manage.

  • Abdominal abscess
  • Spinal cord abscess
  • Brain abscess

How Is An Abscess Developed ?

Abscesses are typically caused by bacterial infections. The most common causative organism being the bacteria Staphylococcus. Occasionally, abscesses can be brought on by fungi, viruses, or parasites.

During a bacterial invasion, the immune system of the body becomes active and commands the white blood cells to fight against the infection. This can lead to inflammation and damage to the surrounding tissues. This aids in the development of a pocket-like structure filled with pus, which is known as an abscess.

Symptoms

• High fever and chills
• Fatigue
• Excessive sweating
• Loss of appetite
• Loss of weight

What Are The Diagnostic Methods For Abscess?

There are two main types of methods for diagnosing the Abscess

• Physical examination : Through a physical examination, doctor can determine whether you have a skin abscess. The abscess will be examined, and your symptoms will be monitored. Doctor will collect a sample of your abscess pus for analysis.

• Imaging Tests : Doctor might recommend you to undergo some Imaging tests to understand the condition. These tests could include:

  • MRI Scan
  • CT scan
  • Ultrasound

Abscess Treatment in Bangalore

There are several methods for treatment of pus collection in Bangalore depending on its severity and type

• Medications : Depending on the abscess's severity and symptoms, your doctor may advise taking an oral antibiotic. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics such as cephalexin and dicloxacillin depending upon the causative organism.

• Drainage : If the abscess doesn't get better on its own, or with the help of antibiotics, you may require drainage.

  • A very small incision will be made in the abscess.
  • They'll let the abscess drain to get rid of any pus, dead tissue, and debris that are still there. To allow any residual pus to drain, the abscess will stay open.
  • For larger abscesses, they might pack the open abscesses with gauze. After that, they'll cover it with a fresh, dry bandage.
  • The incision will heal naturally. A scar may form at the site indicating that the abscess is healing.

• Needle aspiration : Doctor might use needle aspiration to treat internal abscesses, as internal abscesses are hard to detect, your doctor will use the imaging technique to locate the abscess.

  • A CT or ultrasound scan will be used to direct a needle into position.
  • Using the needle, your doctor will drain the abscess.
  • The doctor will make a tiny incision in your skin and place a drainage catheter, which is a thin plastic tube.
  • The abscess can drain into a bag with the help of the catheter.
  • You might need to keep the bag there for a week or longer.

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Corns

A corn is a small circular thickened lesion in the skin of the foot. It usually forms due to repeated pressure on the skin, such as the rubbing of a shoe. The name “corn” comes from its resemblance to a kernel of corn. A corn is different from a callus in that it has a central core of hard material.

People with foot deformities, such as hammertoes, often suffer from corns because the tops of the bent toes rub against the tops of shoes.

When corns get hard enough to cause pain, corn removal doctor in Bangalore will recommend the treatment option most appropriate for you. However, if the underlying cause of the corn is not treated or removed, the corn may return. It is important to avoid trying to remove a corn at home, as serious infection may occur.

Fig 4. Foot Corns

Foot Corn Treatment in Bangalore

• Home Remedies : Mild foot corns may be treated at home with over-the-counter corn pads, which can relieve pressure and reduce friction. Soaking the feet in warm water can also help soften the skin and make it easier to remove the corn.

• Salicylic Acid : Salicylic acid treatments can soften the skin and help remove the corn

• Padding : Padding may relieve pressure and reduce friction on the affected area

• Footwear Adjustments : Adjusting the fit of shoes or wearing more supportive footwear can help reduce pressure on the affected area and prevent the formation of new corns.

• Chemical Cautery : This method involves using a chemical solution to dissolve the corn. The chemical is applied to the affected area and allowed to penetrate the tissue, causing it to break down and eventually fall off.

• Surgical Treatment Methods for Foot Corns

  • Excision : Foot corn removal surgery is done by cutting the corn with a scalpel or other surgical instrument. The wound is then sutured closed.

  • Curettage : This surgical treatment method involves scraping the corn or callus away with a special surgical tool called a curette. The wound is then allowed to heal on its own.

  • Laser Surgery : In this method, a laser is used to remove the corn. The laser vaporises the tissue and seals the wound, reducing bleeding and minimising the risk of infection.

Calluses

A callus is a thickened area of skin on the foot caused by pressure and repeated rubbing, such as from a shoe or sock. The rubbing causes the skin to produce a layer of protective skin (a callus). Calluses vary in size and can become painful.

There are a number of treatments for painful calluses. People who have calluses are cautioned against performing “bathroom surgery,” as this can lead to cuts and infection. Surgeon will evaluate the cause of the calluses and recommend the treatment most appropriate for your condition. However, if the underlying cause of the callus is not treated or removed, the callus may return.