HPV Treatment
Human papilloma virus, more commonly known as HPV, causes warts to develop almost anywhere on the body. Though the warts can be harmless, it's smart to get them examined by a dermatologist.
What is HPV?
HPV, or the human papillomavirus, is a viral infection that causes warts to develop on the skin. HPV is typically spread by sexual contact, although it might not cause symptoms in all individuals affected. When it does, the development of warts can occur nearly anywhere on the body. These warts are mostly harmless, but they can lead to genital warts and even cancer.
There are HPV vaccines available to help prevent HPV infection. However, if you have already been affected by HPV, you’ll want to pursue treatment to eliminate its symptoms. Goodman Dermatology offers several treatments for the symptoms of HPV.
HPV Treatment FAQs
The treatment for HPV will involve any techniques that are effective for removing warts. We may recommend any one of our wart removal techniques for the treatment of HPV. This may include topical solutions, cryotherapy, or surgical removal.
The cost of HPV treatment will vary depending on the techniques used, and may be covered by some health insurance providers. At Goodman Dermatology, we understand that each patient is unique and deserves a personalized treatment plan. We can provide a more accurate cost for treatment after we assess your treatment goals and develop your treatment plan. During your consultation, we will discuss your needs and come up with an exact cost. To make our treatments more affordable for our patients, we are proud to offer financing options through CareCredit.
The side effects from your HPV treatment will vary depending on the treatment method used. However, we strive to offer treatments that are gentle on the skin to minimize side effects as much as possible.
For most HPV treatments, there is no downtime or recovery period necessary. Some treatments may cause mild skin irritation or discomfort, which will not directly require downtime, but may require you to alter some of your normal habits in the days following your appointment.
The results you achieve from HPV treatment will vary depending on the treatment method used. In any case, the goal of treatment is to eliminate warts that are caused by HPV. During your consultation, we will discuss your treatment options to determine the treatment plan that will deliver the best results. At this time, we will let you know what kind of results you can expect. HPV cannot be cured, so any symptoms that develop in the future will require additional treatment.
To learn more about the HPV treatment or to schedule your consultation at Goodman Dermatology, contact us today. We offer this and other medical dermatology services to the residents of the north metro Atlanta and North Georgia areas and many surrounding cities.