Sebaceous Hyperplasia Treatment in Cincinnati

Sebaceous hyperplasia is a condition that causes small bumps to form on your skin. The soft bumps or papules tend to have a yellowish white or skin-tone color. While these bumps won’t harm you, many people find they do not align with their desired appearance. In this case, they may elect to have the bumps removed. Transform MD provides expert sebaceous hyperplasia treatment in Cincinnati and can guide you through the process.

People tend to develop sebaceous hyperplasia on the face. It can also appear on the groin or areolae. These bumps can sometimes cause skin irritation when rubbed against clothing or other skin, which is another reason patients seek treatment.

Sebaceous hyperplasia occurs when glands in your skin enlarge. These glands surround hair follicles. As part of your body’s natural functioning, these glands secrete sebum, the oil that keeps your hair and skin lubricated. However, sometimes these glands become larger or more numerous than we would like.

Enlargement of these glands can result from a variety of factors, including hormone levels related to age and gender. People middle-aged and older are the most common group with sebaceous hyperplasia. Sun exposure, particularly for people with fair skin, can also increase its likelihood. If you have a family member with sebaceous hyperplasia, that may also increase your risk, as genetics likely play a role in its development.

We provide sebaceous hyperplasia treatment in Cincinnati using hyfrecation. This process targets your bumps with electrical pulses. The pulses destroy the gland, burning it away with electricity instead of heat. That’s why another name for the process is “cold cautery.”

During your treatment, Dr. Welden uses the hyfrecator electrode to burn the bumps away. The electrical current causes ions in your cells to vibrate, which suddenly generates a high amount of heat. We can precisely control the level of heat through electrical current, ensuring the destruction of cells in your bumps. The result is permanent removal of the sebaceous hyperplasia bumps.

Your comfort during treatments is always our top priority. We numb the targeted area before treatment to ensure you don’t experience any pain or discomfort.

The electric current used in hyfrecation permanently destroys lesions from sebaceous hyperplasia. Any bumps or marks we treat will not return. However, that does not rule out the possibility that new lesions can form down the road. If you do develop new lesions, whether due to aging, genetics, or another factor, you can visit Transform MD for further treatment.

To ensure your sebaceous hyperplasia treatment in Cincinnati is effective, our providers recommend adhering to the following guidelines:

Things to Do:

• Review your treatment goals and ask any questions you may have during your appointment.
• Follow all pre-appointment instructions given to you by the aesthetic team.
• If your sebaceous hyperplasia is bothering you ahead of treatment, apply a warm compress to the area. This can briefly make the appearance of bumps lessen and provide temporary relief.

Things to Avoid:

• Avoid heavy sun exposure ahead of your appointment.

You cannot prevent hyperplasia completely, but you can follow different strategies to reduce your risk. Keeping your glands from getting clogged is crucial. To do so, use facial cleansers with salicylic acid or a small amount of retinol. As always with skin health, you should manage sun exposure. Avoid staying out in the sun when there is a high UV index. Additionally, always use an SPF of 30 or higher, and keep your face and scalp shaded with a hat. And of course, if you need sebaceous hyperplasia treatment in Cincinnati, Transform MD can help.