Suggestions on how to remove a wart (picture included)

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My DS 9 has a wart on his face under his nose, I think it's a filiform wart. My son is self conscious about it, but because it is on his face I have been told there is nothing that can be done for it.
I was just wondering if anyone has had some success with natural alternatives on how to remove one?

I have added a picture taken with an ear camera.

Could you get it removed privately?

I had a wart on my thumb, I managed to get rid of it with duct tape - put a bit of duct tape over it, covered with a regular plaster. Took a few weeks IIRC. Not sure that’s a good solution with it being on his face though.

I got rid of a couple of seborrheic keratosis growths on my face using a product I already had for my scalp. I don't know if it would work on a wart but they don't seem that unlike each other.

https://www.merrittsforhair.co.uk/mediceuticals-therarx-scalp-and-skin-wash.html

However I almost hesitate to suggest it as a teen's facial appearance is so important to them and I'm wondering whether you should consult a private plastic surgeon if you can possibly afford it.

My son had almost exactly the same - a filiform wart but his was right on the very top of his nose. We were also dismissed by the GP (to be fair the GP offered to cut it off there and then with unsterile scissors, which I declined).

We paid for private dermatology who froze it and recommend an at home acid to finish it off. Worked perfectly in a few weeks and he has the tiniest scar ever.

Hello
Signed up after “lurking” for a bit because I think you may want to Google this. It is apparently contagious and can be passed on in certain circumstances, particularly if you have reduced immune function, although more prevalent for children. Not rampantly, but you might want to take some easy precautions while re-assessing your doctor’s response.

Thank you for the suggestions. I feel so desperate to get rid of it because of it being contagious and also because he has said that it hurts underneath and he has had some comments at school.
Yesterday we spoke to a doctor again and they have said that they no longer do anything for warts, but they might be willing to prescribe something.
The next hurdle will be trying to get DS to be willing to put something on it 🤦 because as much he wants it gone too, he refuses to let me touch it.

Hi

Copied from the internet - not sure how to do links.

One common over-the-counter treatment option for filiform warts is the use of salicylic acid. This topical medication works by gradually removing the layers of the wart, allowing healthy skin to grow in its place. Salicylic acid is typically available in the form of gels, pads, or plasters, and should be applied as directed.
Another over-the-counter remedy is cryotherapy, which involves freezing the wart using a cold spray or liquid nitrogen. This freezing process causes the wart to blister and eventually fall off. It is important to follow the instructions carefully when using cryotherapy products, as improper application can lead to skin damage.
While over-the-counter treatments can be effective, more advanced treatment options may be necessary for stubborn or recurring filiform warts. In such cases, a healthcare professional may recommend procedures like electrocautery or laser therapy.
Electrocautery involves using an electric current to burn off the wart tissue. This procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia and may require multiple sessions depending on the size and location of the wart. Laser therapy, on the other hand, uses a focused beam of light to destroy the wart tissue. This treatment option is often preferred for larger or more resistant warts

Hope this helps. The salicylic with a covering over might be a good start - treatment and protection to limit possible spreading? Good luck.