Filiform warts are a kind of benign superfluous organism caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Some of the filiform warts can subside naturally, but if they affect the aesthetics and hinder the function, treatment can be considered. Because of the limitations of medication during pregnancy, if the patient insists on treatment during pregnancy, liquid nitrogen freezing, laser and other methods of treatment can be used.
Liquid nitrogen freezing: through the liquid nitrogen rapid freezing to kill the virus, need to make the warts around the 2mm skin are white, usually 24~48 hours after treatment can appear blisters. After liquid nitrogen freezing, there is often hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation.
Laser: light energy to burn the warts, so that the tissue necrosis, so that the warts off, this treatment is more convenient, but may cause pain and scarring.
If there is no obvious pain during pregnancy, or if there are no aesthetic considerations, filiform warts can be treated after delivery. If treatment is needed, it is recommended that the patient go to the hospital and follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment.