I Need to Know How to Remove a Pyogenic Granuloma on Lower Lip?

Question

I'm 35 weeks pregnant and I recently develop a granuloma on my lower lip maybe a week or two, it is very large in size and I'm feeling awfull about the situation I seen two doctors and they can't seem to help. Please if you can advise I really need the help...

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

A pyogenic granuloma is a benign vascular lesion which will require surgery and not laser to eradicate.  Frequently patients consult with a plastic surgery after more conservative measures have failed.  Treatment consists of surgically removing the lesion and cauterizing the base to remove any remnant of vascular tissue.

Vivek Bansal, MD · Answer

Go and see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and they can recommend a procedure or someone who specializes in lips. Thank you for your question and good luck.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

A pyogenic granuloma is a benign vascular growth very common in pregnant individuals. It can be safely removed by your dermatologist using laser or surgical means with hardly a mark if any.

Joshua L. Fox, MD · Answer

Various vascular lasers can successfully treat Pyogenic granuloma's 
On the lip.I have treated , in my estimation, over 100 such cases with good results. 
If however the lesion is very large,  a surgical option might be considered.  Good luck.

Anatoli Freiman, MD · Answer

Pyogenic granulomas are known to occur in pregnancy.  Various treatment options exist: e.g. liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, electrocoagulation, and surgical excision.

I Need to Know How to Remove a Pyogenic Granuloma on Lower Lip?

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