Question 1

what is syringoma? what causes it? what are the treatments? is it safe to have it cautirize at the spa?

Accepted Answer

Syringoma: It is a benign neoplasm most think associated with sweat or eccrine glands. However, it can be confused with other entities and required a sufficient biopsy to rule out anything malignant. It would be best to have a dermatologist look at it and biopsy it if necessary.
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Question 2

what is the best treatment for siringoma ?

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A few options: Treatments for syringoma include using creams or excision, electrodessication and curettage, dermabrasion, laser removal. It is important to discuss with your dermatologist which methods is best suited for you.

Question 3

how to cure or prevent a syringoma?

Accepted Answer

Laser: Syringomas are harmless sweat duct tumors, typically found clustered on eyelids, although they may also be found in the armpits, umbilicus, or vulva  they are skin-colored or yellowish firm rounded bumps, 1-3 mm in diameter, and may be confused with xanthelasma. They may be removed with erbium or carbon dioxide lasers.

Question 4

please help! what is the cure for syringoma?

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Syringoma: Syringoma is a glandular proliferation. There is no cure, per se, but laser therapy may improve the appearance.

Question 5

can adding a short term steroid prescription following fractional co2 laser treatment for syringoma help prevent regrowth of these sweat duct tumors?

Accepted Answer

Syringomas: Syringoma are common benign harmless tumors which are often seen below lower eyelids and cheeks. Although, there are several treatment options available for syringoma, treatment is often not satisfactory. We should understand that despite any treatment, they can return back.

Question 6

what to do if i have looked online but i can't tell if they are syringomas or milia. how can i tell?

Accepted Answer

Skin bumps: syringomas.  And milia can indeed appear very similar. syringomas  arise deeper in the skin but can become quite superficial.  You really should consult with an expert in order to determine what type of problem you have and therefore what the best treatment for might be.  Milia are easier to treat than are syringomas

Question 7

can syringoma be permanently removed?

Accepted Answer

Syringomas: A syringoma is simply a benign tumor of the sweat ducts. Typically found on or around the eyelids, they can be found elsewhere on the face, as well as the upper chest, vulva, armpits, and umbilicus (known more colloquially as the belly button). They occur more often in women than in men. Treatment typically involves electrosurgery or laser.

Question 8

what is the best way to remove a syringoma?

Accepted Answer

Syringoma: Scissor excision with secondary intention healing
electrocautery
electrodesiccation and curettage
carbon dioxide laser using the pinhole method of application or er:yag laser ablation
fractionated carbon dioxide laser ablation
cryotherapy.

Question 9

can betnovate be used for erruptive syringoma?

Accepted Answer

Not for the face: There is no standard treatment for syringomas. Options are abundant and generally unsatisfactory.
None eliminates the risk of recurrence.
I have treated a few patients with Erbium laser with acceptable cosmetic results. 
Betnovate is a topical steroid (do not use on the face).
Repeated use can cause atrophy of the skin

Question 10

how to get rid of syringoma?

Accepted Answer

Electric needle: Syringoma can often be treated with an electric needle called a hyfrecator.  I treat these often in my office.

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