What is cryotherapy and how does freezing remove a wart or verruca?
Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses extreme cold to freeze and destroy abnormal skin cells, such as warts or verrucas. When the affected area is frozen, it causes ice crystals to form within the cells, leading to cell death and the eventual removal of the wart or verruca. This method is effective because the intense cold targets the unwanted growth without significantly harming the surrounding skin.
Key points:
- Cryotherapy uses extreme cold to treat skin issues.
- It freezes warts or verrucas to destroy abnormal cells.
- The freezing process leads to cell death and removal.
- It is a targeted approach that minimizes damage to surrounding skin.
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