HPV TREATMENT ( Wart Removal )
Human Papillomavirus ( HPV ) is the most common viral sexually transmitted infection in the world; Roughly 14 million people become infected each year and most sexually active person who aren't vaccinated against HPV will likely become infected at some point in their life as it's highly contagious and spread through skin to skin contact; HPV doesn't require intercourse or body fluids to spread from person to person and can be easily be spread through oral sex and even just the handling of another's genitals. HPV affects different parts of the body and each person uniquely. Most individuals with HPV don't even know they have it as symptoms stay dormant or never occur. There are over 100 variants of HPV, some cause warts on the hands, feet, face and genitals or inside the body in areas such as the throat or rectum. In fact, 30 of these known strains cause genital warts, these cauliflower or skin tag like growths can form on or inside the vulva, vagina, cervix, scrotum, rectum and or anus; They're not just unpleasant to look but can be an itchy, uncomfortable, hygienic issue as the warts can form into sores and are easily infected. HPV growths can go away on their own with time but they don't always; Those that are bothered by their growths there are wart removal treatments available ...
HPV can also lead to cancer; The virus itself doesn’t cause cancer however it can cause precancerous cells to grow amongst different organs of the body such as the skin, throat, cervix or rectum. These cellular disruptions can progress into cancer over time however this process typically takes years if not decades to happen; If you have any form of HPV that's potentially dangerous you should have yearly rectal and or vaginal pap smear along with a thorough examination of the throat with a specialist or a primary care physician to search for precancerous areas before they have a chance to become an issue
As far as removing the growths there are several highly effective methods; They can be frozen, using liquid nitrogen to freeze and cut off blood supply to the virus as the skin tissues are killed off by the extreme cold; or they can be ablated from the skin using a cautery tool that'll burn off the infected area. Freezing of warts only has a 60% success rate whereas ablation holds an 80% success rate, making it the preferred method
Are all warts HPV? Should I worry about cancer?
The answer is yes to both, and this can be confusing — especially when you’re trying to understand which types of HPV cause warts and which may lead to cancer. Luckily, the strains that cause warts on the face, body or genitals are indefinitely a nuisance but they're completely harmless and don't result in cancer; However, it's still best to get screened for all strains of this virus cause you can test positive for multiple variants
Harley specializes in HPV wart removal, providing safe and effective treatments tailored to your needs. With a focus on comfort and care, you can trust Harley to guide you through the process with professionalism and expertise. Experience a renewed sense of confidence as you take the first step towards growth-free skin. Book your appointment today and let Harley help you take back control of those intimate areas
HPV wart removal | $150 per growth