About Warts
Key Highlights
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Highly effective for removing stubborn warts that resist home treatments.Minimally invasive procedures performed quickly in an outpatient setting.Reduces pain, irritation, and the risk of spreading the virus to other body areas or people.Improves cosmetic appearance and skin texture.Offers multiple treatment options (freezing, burning, laser, etc.) tailored to the wart type and patient's needs.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent common warts, plantar warts, or flat warts that have not responded to over-the-counter treatments.
- Warts causing pain, bleeding, or functional impairment (e.g., on feet affecting walking).
- Rapidly multiplying or changing warts.
- Warts in cosmetically sensitive areas (e.g., face, hands) where removal is desired.
- Immunocompromised patients with extensive or recalcitrant warts.
- Genital warts (requiring specific evaluation and treatment protocols).
How to prepare
- Consultation with a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment plan discussion.
- Inform the doctor about all medications, supplements, and any history of keloids or bleeding disorders.
- Typically, no special dietary restrictions are required for most procedures.
- The treatment area should be clean; avoid applying creams or lotions immediately before the appointment.
- For certain procedures like laser therapy, sun exposure should be minimized prior to treatment.
Risks & possible complications
- Temporary pain, redness, swelling, or blistering at the treatment site.
- Risk of infection, though rare with proper aftercare.
- Potential for scarring, skin discoloration (hypo- or hyperpigmentation), or textural changes.
- Incomplete removal, requiring additional treatment sessions.
- Damage to surrounding healthy tissue or nerves (very rare with standard procedures).
- Recurrence of the wart if the virus is not fully eradicated.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Keep the treated area clean and dry as per the dermatologist's instructions.
- Avoid picking, scratching, or shaving over the area until fully healed.
- A dressing or bandage may be applied for a day or two, especially after surgical removal.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers can manage any discomfort.
- Protect the area from sun exposure to prevent darkening of the skin.
- Attend any scheduled follow-up visits to monitor healing and assess if further treatment is needed.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 weeks for complete healing
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering warts in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for warts in India include Manipal Hospital Jaipur, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform warts. MediFyr helps you compare dermatologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for warts compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Warts in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated dermatology teams and experience managing patients undergoing warts.
Anjali Saxena, a 28-year-old marketing executive,...
Anjali Saxena, a 28-year-old marketing executive, had been struggling with a cluster of small, rough warts on the knuckles of her right hand for over six months. As someone who frequently presented in client meetings and shook hands, she became increasingly self-conscious, often keeping her hand in her pocket or folded. The warts were painless but spread slightly. Her dermatologist, Dr. Sharma, recommended cryotherapy (freezing with liquid nitrogen) as a quick and effective first-line treatment. During the brief procedure, Anjali felt a sharp stinging and cold sensation, but it was tolerable. Over the next week, the treated areas formed small blisters that dried into scabs and fell off. Within two weeks, the warts were completely gone, leaving only faint pink marks that faded. Anjali's journey moved from anxiety and social embarrassment to immense relief and regained confidence, allowing her to interact freely without hiding her hand.
Dermatologists for Warts
Explore experienced dermatologists who regularly perform warts and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 32 Years Experience
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- 30 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 30 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 21 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 10 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 9 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 9 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital, Sector 11, Noida
- 7 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 7 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 6 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 3 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 7 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 5 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 8 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Gurgaon, Gurgaon
- 40 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 26 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Bangalore
- 43 Years Experience
- Dermatologist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata