Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy is a trusted and highly effective treatment for removing warts—including common, plantar, flat, genital wart and filiform types. This method is widely used by dermatologists due to its safety, speed, and proven results, making it a preferred option for patients seeking quick relief from warts without the need for injected anesthetics.Derma Clinic Kathmandu offers Cryotherapy for Warts treatment.
How Cryotherapy Works
Cryotherapy uses liquid nitrogen, which has an extremely low boiling point of -196°C. When applied to a wart, the intense cold rapidly freezes the tissue. This process destroys wart cells by forming ice crystals inside and outside the cells, disrupting their structure. It also damages the blood vessels feeding the wart, leading to tissue death. The freezing triggers local inflammation, which can help the body’s immune system clear the virus-infected cells.
The Procedure
- Any thick, dead skin over the wart will be removed.
- Liquid nitrogen is applied directly to the wart using a spray device or a cotton-tipped applicator.
- The treated area quickly freezes, forming an “ice ball” that includes the wart and a small margin of healthy skin.
- Freezing usually lasts 5–30 seconds, depending on wart size and thickness.
- Patients may feel a brief stinging or burning sensation, similar to an ice cube on the skin.
- After treatment, the area often becomes red, may swell, and can blister. This blister dries and forms a scab, which falls off in 1–3 weeks, revealing new skin underneath.
Sessions & Side effects
The number of sessions for treatment needed varies, but most patients require 2–6 treatments spaced a few weeks apart. Side effects are usually mild and temporary, including pain, redness, swelling, and blistering. Rarely, scarring or changes in skin color can occur, especially with longer freeze times.
Warts Best Treated by Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is highly effective for treating several types of warts caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The conditions that respond best to this treatment include:
- Common Warts: Typically found on the hands and fingers, these warts respond well to freezing, especially when persistent or resistant to topical treatments.
- Plantar Warts: Located on the soles of the feet, these warts can be thick and painful. Cryotherapy is often preferred due to its ability to penetrate deeper wart tissue. Multiple sessions may be needed for full clearance.
- Flat Warts: These smaller, smoother warts often appear on the face, arms, or legs and respond effectively to cryotherapy with minimal scarring.
- Filiform Warts: Usually found on the face, especially around the mouth and eyes, cryotherapy quickly removes these thread-like warts with precision.
- Genital Warts: Cryotherapy is also a common treatment for genital warts, offering high success rates by freezing and destroying infected tissue.
Why Choose Derma Clinic Kathmandu for Cryotherapy?
Derma Clinic Kathmandu is recognized as the top destination for wart removal and cryotherapy in Nepal. Here’s why:
- Expertise: The clinic’s experienced dermatologists carefully assess each case and tailor treatment to your specific needs, ensuring optimal results.
- Advanced Methods: Derma Clinic offers a full range of wart removal options—including liquid nitrogen cryo spray, electrocautery, chemical cautery, and topical treatments—so you get the most effective care for your situation.
- Personalized Care: Every patient receives a customized treatment plan, maximizing both comfort and success rates2.
- Trusted Reputation: With a focus on safety, professional standards, and patient satisfaction, Derma Clinic Kathmandu stands out as the best choice for cryotherapy and other dermatological services in the region.
Contact Derma Clinic
Ready to get rid of stubborn warts quickly and safely? Trust your skin to the experts at Derma Clinic Kathmandu—the best place in the city for cryotherapy and wart removal. Book your appointment today by calling 9801358600. Take the first step toward warts Free skin.