How to treat recurrence of genital warts on glans penis

The recurrence of genital warts on the glans penis can be intervened through drug treatment, physical therapy, surgical treatment, immunomodulatory treatment, and traditional Chinese medicine treatment. Genital warts are caused by human papillomavirus infection, and recurrence may be related to factors such as reduced immunity and poor local hygiene.

1. Drug treatment

In case of recurrence, you can follow the doctor's advice for topical use of imiquimod cream, podophyllotoxin tincture or interferon gel and other drugs. Imiquimod cream clears virus by stimulating local immune response ； Podophyllotoxin tincture can inhibit wart cell division ； Interferon gel has antiviral and immunomodulatory effects. Medical treatment is suitable for cases where the warts are smaller and less numerous. It should be noted that the drug may cause local redness, swelling, burning and other reactions.

2. Physical therapy

Laser therapy and cryotherapy are common physical therapies. Laser treatment vaporizes wart tissue through high temperatures ； Cryotherapy uses liquid nitrogen to destroy wart cells at low temperatures. Physical therapy can quickly remove visible warts, but it needs to be combined with medication to reduce the recurrence rate. Temporary edema or pigmentation may occur after treatment. Avoid contact with water for 1-2 weeks.

3. Surgical treatment

For large or stubborn warts, high-frequency electrosurgical resection or pruning can be used. Surgery can remove the lesions at one time, but the wound dressing needs to be changed regularly to prevent infection. Scar formation may occur after surgery, and interferon and other drugs must be used to prevent recurrence.

4. Immunomodulatory treatment

For those with frequent relapses, oral thymosin enteric-coated tablets or BCG polysaccharide nucleic acid injection may be considered. This class of drugs inhibits viral replication by enhancing cellular immune function. Immunotherapy needs to be used continuously for 3-6 months, during which changes in lymphocyte subpopulations are regularly monitored.

5. Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the recurrence of genital warts is related to dampness and heat. Longdan Xiegan Pills can be used together with local fumigation (such as Sophora flavescens and Cortex Phellodendron decoction). Traditional Chinese medicine has a slow onset of effect and is suitable as an auxiliary therapy. It needs to be continued for 1-2 months to observe the effect.

During treatment, the glans area should be kept clean and dry. Wash it with warm water every day and dry it in time. Avoid scratching or handling warts yourself to prevent the spread of the virus. Wear loose cotton underwear to reduce friction, and refrain from sexual intercourse during treatment until the skin lesions completely subside. Eating a balanced diet and ensuring adequate sleep can help improve immunity. You can appropriately supplement foods containing zinc and selenium, such as oysters, Brazil nuts, etc. If the disease recurs more than three times or is combined with intraurethral warts, you should promptly seek medical advice from a urology department.