About Genital Warts
Key Highlights
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Effective removal of visible warts to improve appearance and comfort.Performed by a specialist (dermatologist) with expertise in skin conditions.Multiple treatment modalities available (e.g., freezing, topical, surgical) tailored to individual cases.Can help reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to sexual partners.Outpatient procedures with minimal to no hospital stay required.Alleviates symptoms like itching, bleeding, or discomfort associated with warts./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of visible, symptomatic genital warts causing physical discomfort (itching, bleeding).
- Warts that are increasing in size or number.
- Psychological distress or anxiety due to the appearance of warts.
- To confirm diagnosis and rule out other skin conditions.
- To reduce the risk of HPV transmission to a partner.
- Warts that do not respond to over-the-counter treatments.
- In some cases, for biopsy if the diagnosis is uncertain or changes are noted.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the dermatologist for a confirmed diagnosis and discussion of treatment options.
- Disclosure of full medical history, allergies, and current medications.
- Avoiding sexual activity in the treatment area for a period before the procedure as advised.
- Informing the doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
- No specific fasting is required for most topical or minor surgical treatments.
- For surgical procedures, arrange for transportation home if sedation is used.
- Shower and clean the genital area thoroughly on the day of the procedure.
Risks & possible complications
- Pain, redness, swelling, or blistering at the treatment site.
- Scarring or changes in skin pigmentation (hypo- or hyperpigmentation).
- Infection at the treatment site.
- Recurrence of warts, as treatment removes visible warts but not the underlying HPV virus.
- Bleeding, especially with surgical excision or electrocautery.
- Rarely, nerve damage in the treated area, potentially causing numbness.
- Incomplete removal, requiring additional treatment sessions.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Mild to moderate soreness is common; over-the-counter pain relievers may be recommended.
- Keep the treated area clean and dry as per the dermatologist's instructions.
- Avoid picking at scabs or blisters to prevent scarring and infection.
- Refrain from sexual activity until the area is fully healed, which can take 1-4 weeks.
- Avoid tight clothing that may irritate the treated area.
- Attend all follow-up appointments to monitor healing and check for recurrence.
- Use condoms to reduce future transmission risk, understanding that HPV can spread from areas not covered by a condom.
- Report signs of infection (increased pain, pus, fever) to your doctor immediately.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 1 to 4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering genital warts in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with dermatology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform genital 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 genital warts compare across other countries where we have data.
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