Warts may be simple to remove, with many going away on their own. However, if you have a particularly troublesome wart that refuses to disappear with time or over-the-counter remedies, there are a variety of wart removal and treatment options.
A board-certified dermatologist will often recommend one of the following treatments to help get rid of a wart:
Cantharidin – “Paints” the wart with a solution that causes it to blister from underneath. After about a week or two, the warty growth scabs over and falls off.
Cryotherapy for warts – This involves freezing the wart, most commonly done with liquid nitrogen.
Electrosurgery and Curettage – Burning and scraping the wart off.
Excision – Surgical removal of the wart.
Prescription Topical Medication – Occasionally a topical prescription medication may be prescribed for treatment, especially when other treatments have failed
Before you attempt to treat a wart yourself, it’s best to consult a board-certified dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan to achieve optimal results.