How is granuloma treated?
Disease description:
Recently, I was diagnosed with a granuloma and became very concerned. May I ask, how is a granuloma treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The treatment of granulomas should be selected comprehensively based on the condition and underlying causes.
1. For mild granulomas, drug therapy is a common option, including topical corticosteroid ointments, oral antibiotics, antiviral medications, hormonal drugs, and immunosuppressants, aimed at relieving symptoms and reducing inflammatory responses.
2. Physical therapies such as liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, cauterization, and carbon dioxide (CO2) laser treatment can also be performed by professional physicians.
3. If the aforementioned methods are ineffective, surgical excision may be considered, including traditional surgical removal, electrocoagulation, and CO2 laser ablation. Histopathological examination of the removed tissue is required after surgery.
4. Patients should also pay attention to lifestyle modifications, such as quitting smoking and alcohol consumption, avoiding allergenic foods, and maintaining a balanced diet.
The treatment of granulomas should be tailored to the individual patient's condition and circumstances to select the most appropriate method.
