Overview & Procedure
What the treatment is and how it's performed
What It Is
Laser treatment to remove warts (HPV infection).
Treatment Protocol
- Number: 1-3 treatments
- Interval: 4-6 weeks
- Effect: Gradual, wart falls off
Procedure
- Local anesthesia if needed
- Laser treatment of wart
- Bandaging
Duration
10-30 minutes
Experience & Recovery
Pain level, downtime and healing
Pain Level
3-6 out of 10 (depends on location)
Downtime
3-7 days
Healing Time
Day 0-7: Scab forms
Day 7-21: Wart falls off
Week 3-8: Evaluation, possible new treatment
Side Effects
- Scarring possible
- Pain during treatment
- Recurrence possible (HPV infection)
Aftercare
- Keep clean
- Bandage first days
- SPF when scab is gone
Expectations & Safety
Who it's for and safety information
Who Is This For
- Bothersome warts
- Warts that do not respond to other treatments
- Multiple warts
Who Is This Not For
- Undefined skin lesions (must be examined)
- Active infection
Important Information
Treatment:
- Laser breaks down wart
- 1-3 treatments
- Interval: 4-6 weeks
- Often combined with other methods
Success Rate: 60-80%
Contraindications
- Active infection
- Suspicious lesions (must be examined)
Warning Signs
- Signs of infection
Individual Variations
Success rate 60-80%, some warts require multiple treatments or alternative methods.
Maintenance
None, but new warts may appear (HPV infection).
