Warts

Warts, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), are common skin growths that can be bothersome and unsightly. While many warts will eventually disappear on their own, various treatment options are available for those seeking faster resolution or relief from symptoms. Medical interventions range from topical medications to more invasive procedures, each with its own benefits and considerations.

  • A procedure that uses extreme cold, typically liquid nitrogen, to freeze and destroy wart tissue.

  • A technique that employs heat from an electric current to burn off warts and seal blood vessels.

  • Medications applied directly to the skin, such as salicylic acid or imiquimod, that gradually remove wart tissue or stimulate the immune system to fight the virus.

  • A treatment that uses focused light energy to target and destroy the blood vessels supplying the wart, causing it to die and fall off.