Which is better for treating axillary odor, surgery or laser treatment?

Nov 13, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Liu Wenmin

Introduction

In general, both surgical excision and laser treatment can effectively alleviate symptoms of axillary odor. Surgical excision tends to yield more noticeable results with a relatively lower recurrence rate. Laser treatment, on the other hand, offers quicker postoperative recovery and relatively less pain. In daily life, if a patient's axillary odor symptoms are mild and there is a higher demand for cosmetic appearance, laser treatment may be a better option.

Generally, both surgical excision and laser treatment can effectively alleviate the symptoms of axillary odor. Surgical excision offers more noticeable results and a relatively lower recurrence rate. Laser treatment, on the other hand, allows for quicker postoperative recovery and involves relatively less pain. A detailed analysis is as follows:

Surgical treatment primarily aims to remove the apocrine glands, as the substances they secrete produce a distinct odor when broken down by bacteria. By excising the skin tissue containing these apocrine glands, both sweat secretion and odor production can be significantly reduced. This method yields noticeable results and has a relatively low recurrence rate.

Laser treatment utilizes the photothermal effect of the laser to cause thermal coagulation and necrosis of the apocrine gland tissue, thereby eliminating their secretory function. It is non-invasive, leaving only small needle-like wounds on the skin. Recovery after surgery is relatively quick, and the level of pain experienced is generally mild.

In addition, due to the precision of laser technology, the risk of damaging nerves and blood vessels in the armpit area is smaller, and the likelihood of serious complications such as upper limb movement disorders and sensory abnormalities is also relatively low.

In daily life, if a patient's axillary odor symptoms are mild and they have high aesthetic requirements, laser treatment may be a better option. However, if the axillary odor is severe and a one-time definitive cure is desired, surgical excision would be more appropriate.

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