What happens if you cut off a genital wart

Genital warts are growths on the skin of the genital area and around the anus. They are caused by certain types of the human papilloma virus (HPV).Most genital warts are caused by one of two types of HPV — types 6 and 11. Genital warts can appear in the mouth or genital area — thevulva, vagina, cervix, rectum, anus, penis, or scrotum. They are passed from one person to another by skin-to-skin contact, usually during sex play.

Cutting off genital warts
Visible genital warts on the penis or vagina or around the anus are removed by excision, which means cutting the warts off with a surgical knife (scalpel). The procedure is usually done in a doctor's office or clinic or an outpatient surgery center. You receive medicine that numbs the area around the warts (local anesthetic). Stitches (sutures) usually close the incisions.

For men and women who have had genital warts removed, call your doctor for any of the following:
· Bleeding that lasts longer than 1 week
· A fever
· Severe pain
· Bad-smelling or yellowish discharge, which may indicate an infection

Risks
Risks of surgery are:
· Bleeding.
· Infection. You may receive antibiotics at the time of the procedure, to reduce the risk of infection.
· Pain. You may need medicine for several days after the procedure.

The benefits and effectiveness of each type of treatment need to be compared with the side effects and cost. Discuss this with your doctor.

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