How Can Anal Warts Be Completely Cured?

Posted on Thu, 1 Mar 2018

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Question : I have anal warts and I would like to get rid of them. I have seen some products that say they can cause them to disappear. Are they helpful.

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:

Apply Podofilox solution

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Topical treatments are available for the treatment of warts. Apply Podofilox (Brand name: Condylox) on the wart with an applicator.

An applicator is available with the solution. Apply twice daily for 3 days. Then do not apply for next 4 days (rest period). This cycle can be repeated 4 times.

If the warts have not gone within 4 cycles of treatment, then you will need more potent topical treatment like Podophyllin. More potent ointments need to be applied by a doctor as it has the potential to damage surrounding normal tissue also.

Hope this answers your question.

Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal,
General & Family Physician

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