FurWell at Barkingham offers cryotherapy as a minimally invasive treatment option for removing small skin growths, warts, and lesions on pets. Our team delivers precise, effective care with minimal discomfort.
Cryotherapy uses extreme cold to destroy abnormal tissue. In veterinary medicine, it is commonly used to treat skin tags, warts, small benign tumors, and other superficial growths. Liquid nitrogen is applied directly to the targeted tissue, causing the cells to freeze and die. The growth then falls off as the area heals. Cryotherapy is often preferred for small lesions because it requires no surgical incision and usually needs no anesthesia.
Our veterinarian examines the lesion to confirm cryotherapy is the appropriate treatment. Some growths may require biopsy before treatment.
Liquid nitrogen is applied with a probe or spray to the targeted area for a brief period. Most pets require little to no sedation for this quick procedure.
The treated area may swell, scab, and gradually fall off over 1-3 weeks. Our team provides clear aftercare instructions and is available for any follow-up questions.
No surgical incisions are needed, reducing recovery time and discomfort for your pet compared to traditional surgical removal.
The procedure takes only minutes and can often be done during a routine visit without general anesthesia for small lesions.
Cryotherapy provides reliable removal of skin tags, warts, and small benign masses with a high success rate for appropriate candidates.
Cryotherapy is commonly used for skin tags, warts, benign skin tumors, papillomas, and other small superficial growths. It is not appropriate for all lesion types. Our veterinarian will evaluate your pet to determine if cryotherapy is the right approach.
The actual cryotherapy application takes only a few minutes per lesion. With exam and prep time, most appointments are completed within 20-30 minutes. Some pets need minimal sedation, which may add time.
For most cryotherapy procedures, no special preparation is needed. Our veterinarian will advise you if sedation is recommended and whether fasting is required. Call us at (864) 458-8500 for guidance.
After cryotherapy, the treated area may swell, redden, and form a scab before healing. This is normal. The treated tissue typically falls off within 1-3 weeks. Contact our team if you notice signs of infection or unusual swelling.
Call us at (864) 458-8500 or visit 1240 E Butler Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. We are open Monday through Thursday, 8am to 4pm and welcome consultations for skin growths.
If your pet has a skin growth that needs evaluation, contact us today. Call (864) 458-8500 or visit 1240 E Butler Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. Open Monday through Thursday, 8am to 4pm.
