What is Foot Lesion Removal?
Lesion removal treats benign or suspicious growths on the foot such as warts, cysts, neuromas, calluses, corns, and soft‑tissue masses. Techniques include:
- Shave or elliptical excision with sutures for defined lesions.
- Curettage and electrodesiccation for warts or superficial growths.
- Cryotherapy or laser for selected lesions.
- Biopsy when diagnosis is uncertain.
Performed with local anesthesia in the clinic or operating room.
What to expect after Foot Lesion Removal?
- Numbing medicine wears off in several hours; mild soreness expected
- Small dressing with instructions to keep area clean and dry
- Limited weight-bearing or offloading pad for pressure areas
- Stitches (if used) removed at 10–14 days
- Over-the-counter pain medication usually sufficient
- Resume normal activities within a few days as comfort allows
- Pathology results (if biopsied) in 5–10 days
- Watch for redness, warmth, or drainage
