Warts

SEO JEONG Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Warts Treatment at SEO JEONG Dermatology Seoul: Expert Solutions for International Patients

Your trusted partner for safe and effective wart removal in the heart of Seoul

About SEO JEONG Dermatology

SEO JEONG Dermatology is a board-certified dermatology clinic in Seoul dedicated to providing expert care with a strong focus on fundamental skin treatments. What sets us apart is our wholehearted commitment to serving international communities in Seoul, making advanced Korean dermatological care accessible to patients from around the world.

Contact Information:

📱 WhatsApp & Text: +82-10-5659-1015
🌍 English-speaking staff available
📍 Conveniently located in Seoul
🏥 Board-certified dermatologists

Why Choose SEO JEONG for Warts Treatment?

Board-Certified Excellence 🏆:

Our dermatologists are board-certified professionals with extensive experience in accurately diagnosing and effectively treating various types of warts. We prioritize patient comfort, minimize scarring, and strive for complete eradication to prevent recurrence.

International Patient Focus 🌏:

Unlike many clinics that occasionally serve foreigners, SEO JEONG is specifically designed to cater to Seoul's international community. Our staff understands the unique needs and concerns of international patients, from clear communication to comfortable, culturally sensitive care.

Easy Communication 📱:

We offer convenient WhatsApp and text communication in English, making it easy to:

Book consultations
Ask questions about conditions or procedures
Receive follow-up instructions
Schedule appointments

Fundamental Approach 🎯:

We believe in a thorough, evidence-based approach to wart management. Our focus is on identifying the type of wart, choosing the most effective treatment strategy, and providing long-term solutions to prevent spread and recurrence.

Warts Treatment at SEO JEONG

What Are Warts?

Warts are common, benign (non-cancerous) skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They can appear anywhere on the body, vary in appearance, and are contagious, spreading through direct contact or contact with contaminated surfaces. Warts can be bothersome, cosmetically unappealing, and sometimes painful, especially on weight-bearing areas like the soles of the feet.

Common Types of Warts We Treat:

Common Warts (Verruca Vulgaris): Rough, grainy bumps, often with black "dots" (clotted blood vessels). Commonly found on fingers, hands, elbows, and knees.
Plantar Warts (Verruca Plantaris): Warts on the soles of the feet, often flat or growing inward due to pressure, and can be painful when walking or standing. They may appear as small, flesh-colored to light brown lesions with tiny black dots.
Flat Warts (Verruca Plana): Small, smooth, flat-topped, flesh-colored to brownish-yellow bumps, often appearing in clusters on the face, neck, hands, or shins. They are easily spread by shaving or scratching.
Filiform Warts: Long, narrow, small growths, often appearing on the face (around the eyes, mouth, or nose).
Genital Warts (Condyloma Acuminatum): Highly contagious, sexually transmitted warts appearing on the genitals or around the anus. (While we offer initial diagnosis and treatment options, specialized GYN/Urology referral may be necessary for comprehensive management, especially for extensive cases or for HPV screening/vaccination advice).

Why Treat Warts?

Prevent Spread: Warts are contagious and can spread to other parts of your body or to other people.
Relieve Discomfort: Warts, especially plantar warts, can be painful.
Cosmetic Improvement: Many people choose to remove warts for aesthetic reasons, especially on visible areas.
Reduce Risk (for Genital Warts): Certain types of HPV that cause genital warts are linked to an increased risk of certain cancers, making treatment and monitoring important.

Our Core Wart Treatment Services Include:

1. Accurate Diagnosis:

Clinical Examination: Our dermatologist will thoroughly examine the wart to determine its type and extent.
Dermoscopy: Use of a handheld dermoscope to visualize the characteristic features of warts (e.g., thrombosed capillaries/black dots) to differentiate them from other skin lesions.
Benefits: Crucial for selecting the most effective and appropriate treatment method.

2. Cryotherapy (Liquid Nitrogen Freezing):

Mechanism: Liquid nitrogen is applied directly to the wart, freezing and destroying the affected cells. The frozen tissue then blisters and peels off over several days.
Benefits: Widely used, effective for common and plantar warts. Relatively quick in-office procedure.
Ideal for: Most types of warts, especially common and plantar warts. Often requires multiple sessions.

3. CO2 Laser Removal:

Mechanism: A highly precise laser that vaporizes the wart tissue layer by layer. This can be very effective for resistant or multiple warts.
Benefits: Excellent for stubborn warts, larger warts, or those in cosmetically sensitive areas, as it allows for precise removal.
Ideal for: Resistant warts, flat warts, periungual warts (around nails), or when other treatments fail. Provides faster resolution than cryotherapy for some warts.

4. Electrocautery / Surgical Excision:

Mechanism:
Electrocautery: The wart tissue is burned off using an electric current. Often combined with curettage (scraping).
Surgical Excision: The wart is surgically cut out. This is usually reserved for very large, persistent, or diagnostically challenging warts.
Benefits: Can be very effective for complete removal, especially for larger or resistant warts.
Ideal for: Large, solitary, or resistant warts that haven't responded to other methods.

5. Topical Medications (Prescription Strength):

Salicylic Acid: Stronger, prescription-strength formulations that work by slowly peeling away the wart layers.
Imiquimod Cream: Modifies the immune response to help the body fight the HPV virus. Often used for genital warts or flat warts.
Podophyllin/Podofilox: Antimitotic agents that destroy wart tissue, primarily for genital warts.
Benefits: Can be effective for smaller or less resistant warts, or as an adjunct to in-office procedures. Requires consistent home application.

6. Intralesional Injections (e.g., Bleomycin, Candida Antigen):

Mechanism: Medications (e.g., an anticancer drug, or an antigen that stimulates an immune response) are injected directly into the wart.
Benefits: Can be effective for very resistant or multiple warts, especially plantar warts. Works by stimulating a systemic immune response against the virus.
Ideal for: Recalcitrant warts that have failed other treatments.

The SEO JEONG Warts Treatment Experience

Initial Consultation 📋:

What to Expect:

Comprehensive Wart Assessment: Our board-certified dermatologist will meticulously examine your warts, discuss their duration, any previous treatments, and symptoms (e.g., pain, itching).
Accurate Diagnosis & Treatment Recommendation: Based on the assessment, the dermatologist will confirm the diagnosis of warts and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan. This may involve a single method or a combination of therapies tailored to the type, size, location, and number of warts, as well as your individual circumstances.
Discussion of Procedure & Recovery: Clear explanation of the chosen treatment technique, including local anesthesia (if applicable), the procedure itself, anticipated discomfort, expected healing process, and essential aftercare instructions. We will emphasize the importance of follow-up treatments, as warts often require multiple sessions.
Contagion & Prevention Advice: Guidance on how to prevent the spread of warts to other body parts and to other people.
Cost Transparency: Clear pricing for consultations and treatment procedures.

Consultation Features:

✅ English-speaking dermatologist
✅ Thorough diagnostic approach
✅ Detailed explanation of wart type and recommended treatment options
✅ Realistic expectations for treatment efficacy and recurrence
✅ Clear communication regarding follow-up schedule and prevention

Procedure Day 💉⚡:

Preparation: The treatment area will be cleansed. Depending on the procedure and patient comfort, local anesthetic may be injected (for CO2 laser, electrocautery, or injections) or topical numbing cream applied.
Treatment: The dermatologist will perform the wart removal using the agreed-upon technique. Patients may experience sensations like cold (cryotherapy), warmth/stinging (laser), or pressure.
Post-Procedure: A dressing or soothing ointment will be applied. Detailed verbal and written aftercare instructions will be provided.

Results & Recovery

Immediate Post-Treatment:

Cryotherapy: Treated wart will turn red, may swell, and a blister will often form within hours to days.
CO2 Laser/Electrocautery: The treated area will appear as a wound, often with a scab.
Injections: Mild swelling or tenderness at the injection site.

Timeline Expectations 📅:

Healing:
Cryotherapy: Blister resolves and wart scabs off in 1-2 weeks.
CO2 Laser/Electrocautery: Wound heals in 1-3 weeks, depending on size and location.
Wart Clearance: Warts often require multiple treatments. Improvement is cumulative with each session. Complete resolution can take weeks to months, especially for stubborn or large warts. Consistency with follow-up appointments is key.

Duration of Results ⏳:

Once a wart is successfully treated and cleared, it should not recur at that exact spot. However, new warts can develop elsewhere if you are re-exposed to the HPV virus or if dormant virus reactivates. Regular self-monitoring is recommended.

Safety & Side Effects

Common, Temporary Side Effects ⚠️:

Pain, tenderness, redness, swelling, or blistering at the treatment site.
Temporary darkening or crusting of treated areas.
Mild discomfort during and immediately after the procedure.
Temporary hypopigmentation (lightening) or hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the skin at the treatment site, which usually resolves over time.

Rare but Serious Complications:

Infection (minimized by sterile practices and proper aftercare).
Significant scarring (minimized by expert technique and appropriate method selection).
Nerve damage (very rare, usually with aggressive treatment of plantar warts near nerves).
Recurrence of the wart.

Our Safety Measures 🛡️:

Board-Certified Expertise: All wart evaluations and treatments are performed by highly qualified and experienced board-certified dermatologists who are experts in wart diagnosis and various removal techniques.
Accurate Diagnosis: Crucial for selecting the safest and most effective treatment. We differentiate warts from other conditions (e.g., corns, calluses, moles) before treatment.
Advanced Technology: Use of FDA/KFDA approved medical devices (e.g., CO2 lasers, cryotherapy units) for safe and effective treatment.
Sterile Protocols: Strict adherence to international hygiene and sterilization standards for all procedures.
Meticulous Technique: Careful and precise treatment delivery to optimize results and minimize side effects and scarring.
Comprehensive Aftercare: Detailed instructions and support provided for wound/skin care to promote optimal healing and prevent complications.
Prevention Counseling: Advice on how to prevent the spread and recurrence of warts.

Pricing & Packages

Individual Treatment Pricing 💰:

Wart treatment services in Korea offer high quality at competitive prices. Prices vary based on the type, size, and number of warts, and the chosen treatment modality. Most wart treatments require multiple sessions.

Initial Consultation with Board-Certified Dermatologist: ₩50,000 ($38 USD)
Follow-up Consultation: ₩30,000 ($22 USD)
Cryotherapy (Liquid Nitrogen): ₩20,000–₩50,000 (approx. $15–$37 USD) per wart per session, or per area for multiple small warts. (Often needs 3-6+ sessions).
CO2 Laser Removal: ₩50,000–₩200,000 (approx. $37–$150 USD) per wart per session, depending on size and complexity. (Often needs 1-3 sessions for complete clearance).
Electrocautery / Surgical Excision: ₩80,000–₩300,000+ (approx. $60–$220+ USD) per wart, depending on size and complexity. May include a biopsy if diagnostically necessary.
Intralesional Injections: ₩50,000–₩150,000 (approx. $37–$110 USD) per session per wart. (Often needs multiple sessions).
Prescription Topical Medications: Cost varies depending on the medication; typically lower than in many Western countries.

(Note: These are estimated prices. Exact pricing will be determined during your consultation based on the diagnosis and treatment plan. Packages for multiple laser or cryotherapy sessions are often available at a reduced rate.)

Payment Options 💳:

Cash payments (additional 5% discount may apply).
Credit cards accepted (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, JCB, etc.).
International Insurance: While cosmetic wart removal might not be covered, medically necessary treatments (e.g., for painful plantar warts, or if there's a diagnostic concern) might be reimbursable depending on your specific international health insurance policy. We advise you to check with your provider prior to your visit. We can provide invoices or medical records if needed for your claim.

Aftercare Instructions

General Aftercare Principles for Wart Treatment 🏠:

Keep Wound Clean & Dry: Follow specific instructions for cleaning the treated area. Keep it dry for the first 24-48 hours, or as advised.
Dressing Changes: Change bandages daily or as instructed by your dermatologist. Keep the wound covered, especially for plantar warts, to prevent re-infection and provide cushioning.
Avoid Picking/Scratching: Allow any scabs or blisters to heal naturally. Picking can lead to infection or scarring.
Prevent Spread:
Avoid touching the wart area.
Wash hands thoroughly after touching warts.
Avoid sharing personal items like towels, razors, or nail clippers.
Wear flip-flops in public showers and pool areas (for plantar warts).
Avoid shaving over warts (especially flat warts).
Sun Protection: Protect the healing area from excessive sun exposure, as it can cause hyperpigmentation.
Monitor & Follow-up: Watch for signs of infection (increasing redness, swelling, pus, fever) and contact the clinic immediately if they occur. Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments, which are crucial for ensuring complete wart clearance and preventing recurrence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do warts spread?

A: Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and spread through direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or by touching contaminated surfaces (e.g., public showers, shared towels). Minor cuts or breaks in the skin make it easier for the virus to enter.

Q: Are warts contagious?

A: Yes, warts are contagious. The virus can spread to other parts of your body (autoinoculation) or to other people.

Q: Do warts go away on their own?

A: Sometimes, especially in children, warts can go away on their own as the immune system eventually clears the virus. However, this can take months to years, and during that time, they can spread. Treatment is often recommended to speed up clearance and prevent spread.

Q: How many treatments will I need for my wart?

A: Most warts require multiple treatments for complete clearance, as the HPV virus is persistent. For cryotherapy, 3-6 or more sessions spaced 1-3 weeks apart are common. For CO2 laser, 1-3 sessions might be sufficient. Your dermatologist will provide a personalized treatment plan and estimate during your consultation.

Q: What makes SEO JEONG different for international patients regarding wart treatment?

A: Our dedicated international patient care, seamless English communication via WhatsApp, board-certified expertise in precise wart diagnosis and selection of the most effective removal method, transparent pricing, and comprehensive aftercare advice (including prevention) ensure a comfortable, effective, and trustworthy experience in Seoul.

Q: How do I book a consultation?

A: Simply WhatsApp or text us at +82-10-5659-1015. We'll respond promptly in English and help schedule your consultation at your convenience.

Patient Testimonials

"I had a stubborn plantar wart that was very painful. After a few sessions of CO2 laser at SEO JEONG, it's completely gone, and I can walk comfortably again! The dermatologist was thorough and explained everything clearly in English." - Mark, USA

"My hands were covered in common warts, which was really embarrassing. SEO JEONG used cryotherapy, and after a few visits, my hands are clear. I'm so grateful for their professional and friendly service, especially for expats." - Chloe, Australia

"I was concerned about a flat wart on my face. SEO JEONG Dermatology used a very precise laser treatment, and it's healed beautifully with almost no scar. I highly recommend them for any wart concerns." - Lena, Germany

Book Your Consultation Today

Ready to get rid of bothersome warts safely and effectively? SEO JEONG Dermatology is here to provide you with expert care and clear solutions.

Easy Booking Process 📱:

WhatsApp/Text: +82-10-5659-1015
Tell us: About your warts (e.g., "wart on my finger," "painful wart on foot," "warts on my face") and your availability.
Schedule: We'll find a convenient appointment time for your comprehensive wart evaluation consultation.
Receive: Confirmation and any necessary pre-consultation instructions.

What to Bring 📄:

Valid passport or identification.
List of current medications, known allergies, and relevant medical history.
Any questions you have about your warts or treatment.

Consultation Fee 💰:

Initial consultation: ₩50,000 ($38 USD)
This fee covers a comprehensive assessment and diagnosis by a board-certified dermatologist. It is separate from the cost of any procedures or lab fees.

Why International Patients Choose SEO JEONG

✅ Board-certified dermatologists
✅ Dedicated international patient care
✅ English WhatsApp communication
✅ Expertise in various types of wart treatment
✅ Access to multiple effective removal methods (Cryotherapy, CO2 Laser, etc.)
✅ Transparent pricing & support for insurance claims
✅ Focus on complete eradication and recurrence prevention
✅ Convenient Seoul location

Don't let language barriers or unfamiliarity with Korean healthcare prevent you from accessing world-class dermatological care. At SEO JEONG Dermatology, we're committed to making your health journey comfortable, safe, and successful.

SEO JEONG Dermatology - Where expert care meets international accessibility

📱 WhatsApp & Text: +82-10-5659-1015

🏥 Board-certified dermatologists

🌏 Serving Seoul's international community

Disclaimer: Results may vary by individual. This blog is for informational purposes only. Always consult with qualified dermatologists for personalized diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Prices subject to change. Current as of July 2025.