Genital Warts (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Genital Warts (HPV) Overview
- Genital Warts (HPV) Causes
- Genital Warts (HPV) Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Genital Warts (HPV) Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Pictures of Genital Warts
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
Surgery
Cutting the warts away can be done as an office procedure with local anesthesia. It is usually done when the warts are small in size and number. Of all the treatment techniques, it has the highest success rate and lowest recurrence rate. Initial cure rates are 63%-91%.
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