Warts

What Are Warts?

Warts are benign growths caused by human papillomavirus entering the outer skin. They may occur on hands, feet, face, or other sites and can spread through direct contact.

How Is It Evaluated?

Evaluation confirms whether a growth is consistent with a wart and checks for features that may require biopsy or specialist referral.

What Treatment Options Are Available?

Treatment can include home therapy, cryotherapy referral, electrodesiccation, laser treatment, or other lesion-directed care depending on type, location, and skin tone.

Are warts contagious?

Yes. The virus can spread to nearby skin or other people, although susceptibility varies. Avoid picking and do not share tools used on the area.

Why Choose Hagen Health & Absolute Aesthetics?

Care is provided in Mukilteo, Washington, with an individualized medical approach and treatment recommendations based on your history, skin or health concerns, and goals. Patients visit from Everett, Lynnwood, Edmonds, Mill Creek, Snohomish County, and Whidbey Island.

Elizabeth’s Approach

I confirm that a growth is appropriate to treat and discuss the option most likely to balance clearance, healing, and scarring risk. Explore medical dermatology and related options.

Aftercare and Next Steps

Keep the area clean and follow dressing or topical-care instructions. Do not pick crusts. Contact the clinic for persistent bleeding, spreading redness, pus, fever, or worsening pain.