Mr. Onur Gilleard
Qualifications & Experience
Mr Onur Gilleard is a distinguished consultant plastic surgeon on the GMC specialist register. He previously held an NHS consultant post at St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London, specialising in skin cancer and microsurgical reconstruction. In 2021, Mr Gilleard transitioned from the NHS to dedicate himself fully to private practice, allowing him to focus exclusively on providing personalised, high-quality care to his patients. He is recognised as an expert in laser treatments, having conducted research and developed advanced treatment protocols using cutting-edge laser technology to optimise both clinical outcomes and cosmetic results.
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Genital wart removal is a quick, discreet procedure: the consultant confirms the diagnosis, numbs the area where
needed, and removes the warts by cryotherapy, electrosurgery, excision or laser — usually in a single visit. You go
home the same day. Aftercare is simple: keep the area clean and dry, expect mild soreness for a few days, and avoid
sexual contact until healed. This guide walks through before, during and after.
Before: The Consultation
Your consultant first confirms the growths are genital warts (other conditions can look similar), discusses the
suitable methods, and answers your questions discreetly. The options and costs are set out in the
complete removal guide.
Where in-clinic removal is right for you, it can often be done the same day.
During: The Procedure
For in-clinic methods, the area is numbed with local anaesthetic, so the procedure itself is comfortable. Cryotherapy
freezes the warts; electrosurgery or excision removes them directly and seals the base; laser vaporises them
precisely. Most appointments take only a few minutes per wart. If a prescription cream (podophyllotoxin or
imiquimod) suits you better, you’ll be shown how to apply it at home over several weeks.
After: Aftercare and Healing
The site usually heals within one to two weeks. To support healing:
- Keep the area clean and dry; gently pat dry after washing.
- Expect mild soreness, and possibly a small blister (after cryotherapy) or scab; don’t pick it.
- Wear loose, breathable underwear and avoid friction.
- Avoid sexual contact until the area has fully healed and your clinician advises it’s fine.
- Contact the clinic if you notice spreading redness, increasing pain, or discharge — uncommon, but worth checking.
Warts can recur as the virus clears from the skin — see why they come back —
and recurrences are simply re-treated.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is genital wart removal painful?
- Discomfort is minimal. Local anaesthetic is used for in-clinic removal, so you feel little during the procedure; cryotherapy gives a brief cold sting. Mild soreness for a few days afterwards settles quickly.
- How long does it take to heal?
- Most people heal within one to two weeks. Keep the area clean and dry, avoid picking any scab or blister, and wear loose underwear. Avoid sexual contact until the area has fully healed and your clinician confirms it’s fine.
- When can I have sex again after treatment?
- Wait until the treated area has fully healed and your clinician advises it’s safe — usually a couple of weeks. Bear in mind the virus can still be passed on even after warts are gone, so discuss prevention with your clinician.
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