Doctors are increasingly choosing new modern technologies to eliminate gynecological problems in patients, for example, laser technique, which can help in the rejuvenation of the intimate area.
This is reported by the Dr. Evin website.
Medicine is constantly evolving, doctors use new methods, but already proven and tested. So, in gynecological practice, the carbon dioxide CO2 laser has received approval. But it is the only one, so patients need to be careful when choosing a device.
How the laser works
It is important to understand how the CO2 laser works: it makes incisions on the mucosa (thermal damage), and a heating zone is formed between them. As a result, cellular immunity is triggered, fibroblasts are synthesized, collagen and elastin are activated. New fibers are formed within 3-4 weeks, so a break of 4-6 weeks between treatments is recommended.
What problems does it solve
Laser can be used to work on "awakening, rejuvenation" of dry, atrophic mucosa of the vagina and vulva: mucosa moisturization is restored, sensitivity during sexual activity and extensibility are improved. This is called mucosal remodeling. The procedure is relevant for women who are breastfeeding, entering menopause or at any age when there is a problem of dryness.
Laser can thicken the vaginal walls by stimulating the synthesis of new collagen fibers. The bonus will also be a brighter sensitivity in sexual life, the elimination of urinary incontinence. This procedure is suitable for women at any age.
Main indications for use
When applying the laser, it is important to focus on certain indications. They can vary from case to case, and there are situations when the laser will not help. Among those situations when the procedure is indicated are:
- atrophy of the vaginal mucosa, vulva;
- distended vagina syndrome (relaxation);
- decreased sensitivity during sexual activity;
- scarring of the perineum;
- scleroatrophic vulvar lichen planus;
- preparation of the mucosa for surgical treatment.
Laser can also help in the elimination of hyperpigmentation of the genitals, in cases of mild urinary incontinence. But usually in the latter case it is combined with other methods, such as plasma therapy. But urinary incontinence in the medium and severe degree laser can not eliminate, you need other methods.
You don't have to blindly believe advertising
Often advertisements promise that laser cures prolapse. In fact, it does not. If organ prolapse has occurred (uterus, cervix), laser will not help. Here you need only surgical treatment. The laser can perfectly prepare atrophic mucosa for surgery and will work well with scars in the vagina after surgery, but it will not tighten the prolapsed organs.
See a doctor first
It is always important to make an initial appointment with your gynecologist. This is necessary in order to understand whether the specialist can help with the laser or whether surgical treatment is still required. In addition, the appointment excludes possible contraindications to intervention. These include:
- inflammation, candidiasis in the acute phase, herpes in the acute phase;
- pregnancy (to exclude it, the procedure is performed after menstruation);
- oncology of the vagina, vulva, cervix.
In consultation, the doctor may identify other contraindications that may temporarily be a barrier to the procedure.
Also before the laser procedure is worth additional tests and examinations:
- Pelvic ultrasound;
- smear for oncocytology;
- flora smear (time limit - 14 days).
These tests can be performed by the doctor at the first appointment, and based on the results, a laser treatment date is set.
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