In most cases, pyogenic granulomas are removed surgically. This involves surgical excision and some stitching. Local anesthetic is used to numb the area during the procedure, and after the initial sting of the injection, the procedure will be 100% painless. Sometimes, pyogenic granulomas return after surgical removal, leading to additional treatment. Other methods of treatment include silver-nitrate application.
During the consultation, one of our board-certified plastic surgeons will take your medical history, examine the area where you have pyogenic granuloma, and ask for more tests. After the consultation, they will schedule an appointment for your pyogenic granuloma removal surgery if that is required. In some cases, such as pregnancy, our surgeon may ask you to wait until your circumstances change. Also, if the pyogenic granuloma is small, our surgeon might ask you to wait as it could go away on its own.
At TMSC, ensuring your minor surgery is as pain-free and comfortable as possible is our top priority. Our surgeons are committed to supporting you from start to finish, including all necessary follow-up appointments. They'll use a local anesthetic to numb the area, so you'll feel just a quick pinch before the area goes numb. During the procedure, the surgeon will carefully remove the pyogenic granuloma and may need to put in a few stitches. The whole process typically lasts about 30 minutes. While there might be a small scar, especially if the granuloma is large, it's usually minimal. Our team will guide you on how to care for the area to ensure quick healing and make any scarring less noticeable.
Scars
Scarring is as small as possible; we understand and respect our patients’ desire to minimize scarring, and therefore take great care to ensure that your results are optimal.
Our surgeons are highly trained and experienced professionals who care deeply about their patients. Rest assured all of our procedures are carried out with the utmost care, precision, regard for aesthetics, and in a safe environment.
The Pyogenic Granuloma Removal Procedure Downtime
The procedure involves minimal downtime, allowing you to get back to your daily routine right away. However, our surgeon may advise you to avoid heavy physical activities for a while, possibly a week or longer, based on the size of the pyogenic granuloma that was removed and the stitches you received. This helps ensure the treated area heals properly without complications.
How Long Does Pyogenic Granuloma Removal Last?
There is a chance that a pyogenic granuloma could return after removal. Still, if surgically removed, the chances of recurrence are lowered. You can discuss this with our surgeon in TMSC in detail during the initial consultation.
