Cryotherapy

This technique and treatment is no longer available on the NHS therefore as a former NHS Nurse I am able to offer it

Cryotherapy is a minimally-invasive treatment that freezes skin surface lesions using extremely cold liquid or instruments (cryogen).

Cryotherapy, also known as cryosurgery or cryoablation, can be delivered with various cryogens. Liquid nitrogen is the most common and effective cryogen for clinical use (temperature –196°C).

Other cryogens include:

Carbon dioxide snow (–78.5°C)
Dimethyl ether and propane or DMEP (–57°C).

Cryotherapy is an effective alternative to more invasive treatment options as it is inexpensive, simple, relatively safe, and can be performed quickly in an outpatient setting.

What Is Cryotherapy Used For?

Benign lesions that may be treated by cryotherapy include:

Dermatologists can freeze small skin cancers such as superficial basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and in-situ squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) on the trunks and limbs, but this is not always successful, so careful follow-up is necessary.

Process

Make an enquiry.
You will fill out a questionnaire to assess suitability.
At the clinic, legions will be assessed to decide if the area can be treated.
Area will be photographed.
After care and advice moving forward will be given.

Prices

One legion is £60.
A group of legions may rise to £100 depending on size and difficulty to remove.

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What is Cryotherapy?

Cryotherapy is a common treatment that uses very cold liquid nitrogen to freeze and remove unwanted skin lesions.
It is often used to treat:
• Warts
• Verrucas
• Skin tags
• Small benign skin growths and other minor skin lesions

What happens during treatment?

Liquid nitrogen is applied directly to the area being treated for approximately 10–30 seconds.

You may feel:
• A cold or stinging sensation
• Mild burning or discomfort during treatment

Most people tolerate the procedure well.

What should I expect afterwards?

After treatment, the area may:
• Become red or swollen
• Feel sore or tender for 1–2 days
• Develop a blister or scab

This is a normal part of the healing process.

The treated lesion will usually:
• Darken
• Dry out
• Fall off over the following days or weeks

New skin will then form underneath.

Aftercare advice

Please:
• Keep the area clean and dry
• Avoid picking at scabs or blisters
• Protect the area with a plaster if needed

If a blister forms:
• Do not remove the skin covering
• If it becomes large or uncomfortable, contact your healthcare provider for advice

Will one treatment be enough?

Many lesions respond after one treatment. However, thicker or stubborn warts/verrucas may require additional sessions.

Possible side effects

Common temporary side effects include:
• Redness
• Swelling
• Mild pain or tenderness
• Blistering

Less commonly:
• Skin colour changes
• Small scars

When should I seek advice?

Please contact your healthcare provider if you notice:
• Increasing redness or swelling
• Pus or signs of infection
• Severe pain
• Delayed healing
• Any concerns about the treated area

Important information

Cryotherapy is generally a safe and effective treatment when performed by a trained healthcare professional.

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