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CRYOTHERAPY IN LONDON, Near you
What is Cryotherapy and how does it work?
Cryotherapy is a medical treatment that involves applying extreme cold, usually in the form of liquid nitrogen, to target and destroy abnormal or unwanted skin cells. It is commonly used in dermatology to treat conditions such as skin tags, warts, verrucas, sun spots (solar lentigines), Actinic Keratoses, and other benign or precancerous lesions.
When liquid nitrogen is applied to the skin, it rapidly freezes the water inside skin cells, causing the cells to rupture and die. The freezing process also cuts off the blood supply to the affected tissue. As the treated area thaws, the damaged cells are broken down and naturally removed by the body, allowing new, healthy skin to regenerate in its place.
Can cryotherapy be an effective dermatology treatment?
Cryotherapy is a minimally invasive therapy. The goal of cryotherapy is to reduce inflammation and pain, improve circulation, and promote healing in injured or damaged tissue. This type of treatment removes damaged or diseased tissue. Most people recover quickly from the procedure and with little pain.
What is Cryotherapy Used For?
In dermatology, cryotherapy can help treat the following conditions:
- Freckles and Solar Lentigines (Sun Spots) – Targeted freezing causes pigmented skin cells to break down and shed, reducing the appearance of dark spots.
- Skin Tags – Liquid nitrogen is applied directly to the tag, freezing it so the tissue dies and naturally falls off.
- Warts and Verrucas – By freezing the infected skin, cryotherapy kills virus-infected cells. The area scabs over and eventually sheds the wart or verruca.
- Actinic Keratoses – These sun-damaged, precancerous patches are effectively destroyed with cryotherapy, lowering the risk of skin cancer and encouraging healthy skin regeneration.
- Seborrhoeic Keratosis – This harmless but often bothersome growth is frozen, causing it to dry out and flake away, revealing clearer skin.
- Cherry Angiomas (Campbell de Morgan Spots) – These red, vascular spots can be treated by freezing the blood vessels, causing the angioma to shrink or disappear.
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IS CRYOTHERAPY PAINFUL?
Most people describe the sensation as feeling cold, like standing outside in winter without appropriate clothing. Some people may experience tingling, numbness, or a pins-and-needles sensation, which usually goes away once the treatment is over. It is possible to experience minor pain during cryotherapy and a burning sensation when the skin thaws afterwards. There may also be soreness for a few days.
WHAT ARE CRYOTHERAPY'S SIDE EFFECTS?
Cryotherapy can cause pain or discomfort during or after the treatment. The treated area may become red, swollen, and blistered. This is a normal part of the healing process and usually subsides within a few days. In rare cases, cryotherapy can cause scarring, especially if the treated area is large or deep. There might also be some pigmentation changes in the treated areas in comparison to the surrounding areas. The skin at and around the treatment site may lighten or darken in colour, especially in darker-skinned people. Although rare, there is a risk of infection following cryotherapy. It’s important to keep the treated area clean and dry to reduce this risk. Risks and benefits are discussed with your dermatologist before treatment.
IS CRYOTHERAPY EFFECTIVE?
Dermatologists successfully treat many problems with cryotherapy. Some skin conditions treated with cryotherapy do not require any special care after treatment.
HOW MANY CRYOTHERAPY SESSION ARE REQUIRED?
It is possible to get benefits from just one cryotherapy session, but the most effective is when used regularly. Our team of specialist dermatologists can provide guidance on the best treatment approach.
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Cryotherapy Treatment in London, near you
Safe and effective cryotherapy treatments near you. Harley Street Dermatology Clinic offer cryotherapy for patients who are looking for quick and effective removal of these lesions.
We are specialists in conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails. Our goal is to provide all the care that you need when you’re experiencing these kinds of problems. We want to make it easy for you to access the best quality treatment and support
Our clinic is conveniently located in Harley Street, London, so it’s easy to visit us if you need to see a Dermatologist. You will find yourself in a very comfortable and welcoming environment. We have created a relaxing space where you will receive the highest quality of care. We are regulated by the Care Quality Commission, are part of the British Association of Dermatologists and are top-rated by patients of Doctify so you can be sure of safe and effective treatment with us.
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