A wart is a small, rough growth on the skin caused by a viral infection — specifically by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Warts are non-cancerous, and while they’re usually harmless, they can be unsightly or uncomfortable depending on their location on the body.
Warts can be unsightly and catch when shaving, for example if on the face. They can also be painful if on the feet. Genital warts can be a
cause of embarrassment.
Warts can be treated in various ways, sometimes in combination. The goal is to destroy the wart, stimulate an immune system response to fight the virus, or both.
Generally wart removal leaves very little in the way of scarring. In terms of how any scars will heal and fade over time, everyone is different and the appearance will depend on skin tone, elasticity and how your skin heals.
Recovery is quick following any surgical intervention for wart treatment. Simple dressings will be supplied if necessary.
Generally patients are back to work the same day and able to exercise again after day three.
A follow-up consultation is arranged for one to two weeks after surgery.
While most patients experience no significant complications, potential risks include:
Wart removal from the trunk or limbs costs from £750.
Wart removal from the head or neck costs from £850 and from the genital area costs from £900.
Histology costs extra.
Working at top teaching hospitals and private hospitals across London, easily accessible from Waterloo, Victoria and London Bridge stations, including a new clinic at Battersea Power Station.
Westminster Bridge Consulting Rooms
Westminster Bridge Rd
Lambeth, London
SE1 7EH
Cleveland Clinic London
33 Grosvenor Pl
London
SW1X 7HY
HCA Healthcare UK,
The Shard, 32 St Thomas St,
London
SE1 9BS
1st Floor,
Turbine Hall B,
Battersea Power Station,
London
SW11 8DD
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