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How long after treating a wart can it get wet?

Sep 04, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Introduction
In general, it is safe to get the treated area wet 2 to 15 days after wart removal, depending on the specific treatment method used, as different methods require different waiting periods before exposure to water. Common wart removal techniques include liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, photodynamic therapy, microwave therapy, fractional laser, and electrocautery. It is recommended to consult a doctor for personalized advice. In daily life, a light diet is advised, avoiding spicy and irritating foods.

In general, water contact can be resumed 2–15 days after wart removal, depending on the treatment method used. Different treatments have different recommended waiting periods before water exposure. Common methods for removing warts include liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, photodynamic therapy, microwave therapy, fractional laser, and electrocautery. It is advisable to consult a doctor for personalized guidance.

Item Name

Liquid Nitrogen Cryotherapy

Photodynamic Therapy

Microwave Therapy

Fractional Laser

Electrocautery

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Description

Uses liquid nitrogen to freeze flat warts, causing them to freeze and fall off

Applies photosensitizing agents followed by light exposure to destroy infected cells in the lesion area

Uses thermal and non-thermal effects to coagulate and detach wart tissue

Utilizes laser-induced photothermal effects to destroy blood vessels and cellular structures of flat warts

Removes warts using high-frequency electric current to burn the tissue

Time to Resume Water Contact

After 3–4 days

After 2–3 days

After 7–10 days

After 3–4 days

After 7–15 days

Indications

Small-area warts

Warts in small numbers

Warts in small numbers

Large-area warts

Common warts, flat warts

Advantages

1. Minimal trauma
2. Convenient operation

1. Fast recovery
2. No scarring

1. Rapid healing
2. Low recurrence rate

1. High precision
2. Noticeable results

1. Simple procedure
2. Quick and effective

Potential Risks

1. Painful sensation
2. Requires multiple sessions

1. High cost
2. Technically challenging

1. Risk of infection
2. Slower recovery

1. Painful sensation
2. Possible scarring

1. Likely to leave scars
2. Significant trauma

Reference Price

500–800 RMB per session

200–1800 RMB per session

2000–3500 RMB per session

500–1000 RMB per session

100–300 RMB per session

Recovery Time

10–15 days

7–15 days
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