Warts

Warts may be annoying, but the real issue lies in how easily they spread and come back without proper management. At Mountaintop Dermatology in Colorado Springs, Colorado, board-certified dermatologist Frank Samarin, MD, and the team help you quickly and safely eliminate warts for good. To learn more about your options for wart removal, call the office to book an appointment or reach out online today.

What are warts?

Warts are noncancerous skin growths that occur when a virus invades the top layer of your skin. This virus, known as human papillomavirus (HPV), is highly contagious, making it easy to spread warts.

They are also persistent, so while they eventually go away, it can take quite a while. Fortunately, a dermatologist can make this progress significantly faster and safer. They can also help you avoid spreading the virus to other people or parts of your body.

What types of warts are there?

The Mountaintop Dermatology team treats many kinds of warts, including:

Common warts

These are probably the most familiar types of warts: small growths that typically form on the fingers, toes, or knees.

Filiform warts

These long, narrow, flesh-colored warts are sometimes called facial warts, and they usually grow on the neck or near the eyelids or lips.

Plantar warts

Plantar warts grow on the soles of the feet and can spread readily. They can become painful, so speak to the Mountaintop Dermatology team promptly if you notice small growths on your feet.

Genital warts

These warts are transmitted sexually and usually form near the pubic region or genitals. You may also notice them inside the anal canal, vagina, or mouth.

While it can be tempting to avoid care for genital warts, they are highly contagious, and you should treat them promptly. The experienced professionals at Mountaintop Dermatology provide discreet, nonjudgmental care, so it’s better to reach out sooner rather than later.

How are warts treated?

The Mountaintop Dermatology team performs a comprehensive skin evaluation before developing your personalized treatment plan. For faster, safer procedures, they perform all surgeries on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia.

Your care may include:

Nonprescription freezing products

Products that include salicylic acid eliminate warts and come in ointments, liquids, or patches.

Laser therapy

Laser energy eradicates the blood vessels supplying the wart, causing it to shrink and die.

Electrocautery

Using a controlled electric current, Dr. Samarin targets and eliminates wart cells.

Cryotherapy

An excellent treatment for all ages due to its safety and effectiveness, cryotherapy uses liquid nitrogen to kill wart cells. One treatment might be sufficient to eliminate small warts, while large ones might require several visits.

The Mountaintop Dermatology team goes over your wart removal options so you can make the best decision possible. To get started toward being wart-free, schedule your appointment with Mountaintop Dermatology today by calling or booking online.