Rough Genital Warts? 4-Step CO2 Laser Treatment Explained

     Treatment of genital warts using laser (CO2 laser) is an effective method for treating genital warts, often used in patients with large warts who have not responded to topical medication or who want a quick recovery. The advantages of this treatment are fast healing, a relatively low recurrence rate, a small wound, and the ability to return home immediately after treatment.
 

Treatment Procedure

• Apply a local anesthetic cream to the affected area and leave it on for 45 minutes. If the genital warts are not very large, a topical anesthetic is used, eliminating the need for an injection, so the patient will feel no pain at all.
• The doctor will perform laser treatment on the affected area. During the procedure, you may feel a slight sensation but no pain. The procedure takes about 15-30 minutes.
• After the treatment, the area will be a superficial abrasion. The doctor will apply medication. If it is a small wound, dressing may not be necessary.
• The doctor will advise on wound care. Normally, the wound heals within 1-2 weeks.

Advice from the Doctor

     The key to treating sexually transmitted infections, whether using topical medication or laser treatment, is that "it is necessary to bring your partner along for joint examination and treatment." Because if treatment is done for only one person while the partner still carries the latent HPV virus, the disease will be passed back and forth, preventing a complete cure. Strictly refrain from buying and applying wart removal creams yourself, because apart from failing to cure the condition, the medication can burn and inflame the skin.

The Dermatology Center is Ready to Care for You

     The Dermatology Department at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital features a team of dermatologists specialized in handling men's intimate skin concerns, treated by a male doctor within a highly private examination room. All information and treatments are kept strictly confidential, allowing you to consult with confidence.

Do not let shyness block your health, because skin problems left untreated can worsen and become harder to treat. Seeing a doctor early is the best way to take care of yourself.