Why Professional Verruca Removal Beats Home Remedies

If you have attempted to treat a verruca yourself, you understand how difficult these small, persistent bumps are to get rid of. From over-the-counter gels to duct tape and freezing kits, numerous home treatments vow speedy cures—but they seldom bring enduring relief. So why is professional treatment such a marked improvement?

At Harley Street Fungal Nail Laser Treatment & Foot Clinic London, we see patients every week who’ve spent months—sometimes years—trying to get rid of a verruca with little success. Here's why clinical care works better and faster.

Why Do Home Remedies Often Fail?

Most treatments at home are aimed at the surface of the verruca rather than the virus below it. Salicylic acid solutions, freezing sprays, and essential oils can soften the lesion short-term, but they don't penetrate sufficiently to kill the underlying cause: human papillomavirus (HPV).

Common problems with homemade treatment are:

● Inadequate treatment: Part of the wart is treated, so it regrows.

● Long-term treatment: Certain products take weeks or months of everyday application with minimal visible results.

● Skin irritation: Harsh acids or freezing can irritate uninjured skin, particularly if misused.

When Verruca Removal Surgery Is the Best Option

In a minority of instances, for example, where the verruca is painful, deep-seated, or not responding to all other treatments, we might advise verruca removal surgery in London. This is a controlled, minimal surgical procedure under local anaesthetic to remove the lesion entirely. It is a definitive cure for long-standing or recalcitrant verrucas and is usually considered where other treatments have not helped.

Why Choose Professional Verruca Treatment?

The professional treatment provides a more focused and medically-guided solution. In our clinic, we measure the size, location, and depth of your verruca before determining the best course of action. Swift® microwave therapy, cryotherapy, or minor surgery are frequently employed on a case-by-case basis.

This is how professional treatment works better:

● Quicker results: Clinical-grade treatments reach deeper and directly aim at the virus.

● Lower recurrence: We don't merely treat the symptom—we work to prevent the virus from returning.

● Minimal pain and downtime: Most treatments have no anaesthetic and enable you to walk out on the same day.

● Custom care: We personalize each treatment to your age, medical history, and immune response.

Don't Wait Until It Gets Worse

If left untreated, verrucas can be contagious or painful, particularly if they are on pressure areas such as the heel or the ball of the foot. If home remedies have failed, now might be the time to look into verruca removal surgery in London to get a permanent solution.

Contact Harley Street Fungal Nail Laser Treatment & Foot Clinic London today—and your feet will be grateful.