Laser Surgery for Genital Warts Surgery Overview A laser genital warts
Laser surgery may be done in a doctor's office or clinic, a hospital, or an outpatient surgery centre. Local or general
What To Expect
Recovery time depends on the location and number of warts removed. Healing usually occurs in 2 to 4 weeks.
Avoid sexual intercourse until the treated area heals and the soreness is gone. (This usually takes 1 to 3 weeks. It depends on the size of the area treated.)
Why It Is Done
Laser surgery may be done when:
Medicine didn't work to remove the warts. Warts are widespread. Warts need to be treated during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor about when treatment should be done during pregnancy. Load More Information about Laser Surgery for Genital Warts
How Well It Works
Laser surgery often works to remove warts. But warts may come back after surgery.
Risks
Laser surgery may cause any of the following:
Pain, swelling, or itching Sores in the area treated Tissue that sticks together Scarring Credits
Current as of: April 30, 2024
Current as of: April 30, 2024
