The difference between syringoma and milia

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 29, 2024
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Syringoma is a type of benign proliferation, mostly growing around the eyes, and can also appear on the vulva. This disease is related to poor local sweating, use of poor-quality cosmetics, and some are also linked with endocrine functions or emotional states and personal temperament. The most common treatment is to directly remove it using laser, usually one to two sessions can eradicate it completely. Milia typically appear as white, millet-sized granules on the face, related to the secretion from one's own epidermal sebaceous glands. The most common treatment involves directly removing them with a needle. These two conditions are quite different from each other.

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What is the best treatment for syringoma?

The most common treatment for syringoma is still to remove them directly with laser or ionization; there are no very effective drugs for this condition, and both oral and topical medications are essentially ineffective against syringoma. It is recommended to treat syringoma as soon as it is diagnosed, as it may grow larger and increase in number if left untreated. During treatment, it is important to exercise regularly, strengthen immunity, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, try not to stay up late, maintain a good mood, and avoid getting angry. After recovery, it is also important to pay long-term attention to diet and regular living habits to prevent recurrence. During the treatment period, care should be taken to protect the local wound to prevent scarring.

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Are sweat gland tumors harmful to the body?

Syringoma is a type of benign proliferation related to poor local skin sweating, allergies, hormonal imbalances, and more. This condition poses no harm to one's health. Most commonly, it grows around the eyes, increasing with time and affecting the appearance. Upon detection of this condition, it is imperative to seek formal treatment at a dermatology clinic in a reputable hospital. The most common treatment is laser removal; most people can effectively eliminate it after one or two sessions. After recovery, it is crucial to maintain a long-term standardized diet and lifestyle, avoid spicy and irritating foods, refrain from staying up late, avoid using random cosmetics on the affected area, regularly exercise, and enhance immunity, all of which are beneficial in preventing recurrence.

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Can hidradenoma heal itself?

Syringomas are difficult to heal on their own. Syringomas are adenomas that arise from the differentiation of the distal ducts of small sweat glands, often occurring in young women, with puberty potentially worsening the condition. They are commonly symmetrically distributed around the eyelids, but can also appear on the forehead, neck, and chest. The lesions are skin-colored, pale yellow, or brownish-yellow, hemispherical or flat papules that are dense but do not fuse together. Generally, patients with syringomas do not experience any symptoms, and the course of the disease is chronic. Syringomas rarely regress on their own and are considered a type of benign tumor that generally does not require treatment. If necessary, physical therapy methods can be used for treatment.

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The main treatment methods for syringoma include:

The primary treatment for syringoma currently is laser therapy. After local anesthesia is applied, the lesions can be removed directly with either an ion laser or a carbon dioxide laser. Generally, scarring does not easily occur unless one has a predisposition to scar. Currently, there are no highly effective oral or topical medications for treating this condition. The occurrence of this disease is mainly due to the growth and development of local sweat glands. Some cases are related to genetic factors, while others may be associated with endocrine issues or the regular use of cosmetics that block sweat pores. After treatment, it is crucial to maintain a proper diet and lifestyle habits, because syringomas have a relatively high recurrence rate and can be treated again with laser therapy if they reappear. One should avoid eating spicy, stimulating, or overly greasy foods, engage in more physical exercise, and refrain from indiscriminate use of cosmetics.

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The difference between syringoma and flat warts

Syringoma and flat warts are two completely different diseases with significant differences. First, syringoma is a type of hamartoma and belongs to tumors, while flat warts are skin diseases caused by viral infections. Secondly, syringomas often appear symmetrically, primarily around the eyes or on the forehead, and are accompanied by itching symptoms. On the other hand, flat warts usually do not have a symmetrical distribution; they are scattered or densely distributed, and generally do not exhibit itching symptoms.