The removal of moles and warts can be done through several methods. Often it is possible to remove them using a gel or cream but sometimes this isn't an option and it may be necessary to have them surgically removed. Most lesions, such as moles and warts, are benign but can be removed for one of a number of reasons. Sometimes your doctor may deem it necessary to remove moles and warts because they may turn out to be cancerous. Any lesion that has changed shape or color can be a cause for concern and you should consult your doctor as soon as possible if this has happened.

Once you've had moles and warts removed you are basically free to carry on your daily life. Care should be taken for the next few days to ensure that you don't knock or scrape the effected area. There may be some discomfort and possibly a little pain around the operation area but Paracetomol should do a good job of numbing this pain.

This is a very safe surgical procedure and most of the possible side effects are those that are due to the anesthetic. However, you may feel a little pain around the area of the operation and if the lesion was quite large then you may have a permanent scar.

Usually a surgical removal of moles and warts will be done under local anesthetic. The area around the lesion will be completely numb but you will be awake to watch it. Sometimes it is necessary to have a general anesthetic that will put you to sleep for the duration of the removal. You should be fine to return home within an hour or two of having the operation but if you had a general anesthetic you should arrange for someone else to drive and stay with you for the next 24 hours in case you have a reaction to the drugs.

Small and relatively harmless moles and warts can be removed with a liquid gas that freezes them or by smearing on a substance that has a similar effect. For larger lesions it may be necessary to have them cut off through surgery. This surgery is a relatively unobtrusive operation that will not necessitate an over night stay.