In-clinic treatment
CO₂ Laser Surgery for Warts and Benign Skin Growths
Discreet assessment and precise surgical CO₂ laser removal of selected genital warts and other benign skin growths.
About the treatment
At Kampala Dermatology, we use a surgical CO₂ laser to precisely remove selected skin lesions. A key use is the treatment of genital warts. We also treat common warts, skin tags and other benign growths after a dermatologist has assessed them.
The CO₂ laser removes targeted tissue while limiting treatment to the area that needs it. For genital warts, it can be particularly useful when warts are numerous, extensive or have not responded to other treatments. We assess each patient privately and recommend the most suitable option for the number, size and location of their warts.
Important to know
CO₂ laser treatment can remove visible warts, but warts can recur; it does not guarantee elimination of HPV. Growths with an uncertain diagnosis may need a biopsy or another method of removal so tissue can be examined.
What it helps with
- Genital and perianal warts
- Common skin warts
- Skin tags
- Selected seborrhoeic keratoses and other benign skin growths
Conditions this may support
Your dermatologist will confirm whether this treatment is appropriate for your specific diagnosis.
What to expect
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A confidential assessment to confirm the diagnosis and discuss suitable options
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Treatment is planned around the number, size and location of the warts or growths
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Recovery depends on the site and extent of treatment
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Your dermatologist will explain aftercare and follow-up for your treatment area
See the procedure
A short clinic video of CO₂ laser surgery. Your dermatologist will confirm whether it is appropriate for your concern.
Continue your care at home
Recommended skincare kits
Your dermatologist will confirm the right routine for you. These doctor-curated kits are designed to support the concerns this treatment addresses.
Private, specialist assessment
Concerned about genital warts?
Book a confidential dermatology assessment. We'll examine the area, explain your treatment options and advise whether CO₂ laser surgery is appropriate.
No referral needed · Walk-ins welcome