Finding the Right Treatment for Warts [ Part 2]
- June 18, 2021 at 8:54 pm
- Skin Care
Warts are small, harmless growths that
develop on the skin. You may notice only one or they may grow in clusters.
While they are usually painless, sometimes they can develop in places like the
soles of the feet (known as plantar warts), which can be uncomfortable. Common
warts often appear on the hands and arms while flat warts develop on the face
and forehead. Plantar warts are typically found on the soles of the feet. Apart
from developing these skin-colored growths, there usually aren’t any other
symptoms associated with this condition.
What causes warts?
Warts are caused by an infection known as
the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are more than 100 strains of HPV that can
develop in different areas of the body, from the mouth and skin to the genital
region. The type of HPV that causes warts on the hands, feet, or rest of the
body isn’t the same type that causes genital warts.
How do I treat warts?
Warts usually go away on their own once the
body fights the infection; however, it can take months to years for the wart to
go away. Therefore, if you feel embarrassed by the wart or if the wart is in an
awkward or uncomfortable place then you may choose to visit a dermatologist to
have it removed. If you are a healthy individual, you may also consider trying
an over-the-counter wart removal option before turning to a dermatologist.
You should see a
dermatologist if:
·
Warts
are spreading or getting worse
·
Warts
aren’t responding to at-home treatment
·
Warts
are developing on your face or genitals
·
Warts
are painful, bleeding, or itching
·
You
have a weakened immune system
·
You
have diabetes
When you visit your dermatologist, they
will first need to make sure that the growth is a wart. Depending on the type
and location of warts, your skin doctor will talk to you about your
treatment options. Common ways to treat warts include,
Salicylic Acid
This topical treatment is often used on
warts of the hands, feet, or knees, and you will need to apply the topical
treatment daily for several weeks. After the solution is applied you will also
use a pumice stone to file away the dead outer layer of skin from the wart. The
acid treatment will continue to kill the wart layer by layer until it’s
completely gone.
Freezing the Wart
This is another common method for removing
a wart. Liquid nitrogen is sprayed on the wart to freeze it. This is also
referred to as cryotherapy. More than one liquid nitrogen treatment session may
be needed in order to completely remove the wart.
Other options for removing a wart include
burning, cutting or removing the wart with a laser, and these treatment options
are often used on warts that don’t respond to the other treatments above. If
you are dealing with warts and want to turn to a dermatologist to have it
removed, then call to make your next appointment at Elan
Skin Care Clinic today.
Schedule an Appointment at
Elan Skin Care Clinic.
Elan Skin, Hair & Laser Clinic is the
leading dermatology & cosmetology clinic located in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai.
Our team of doctors is highly trained with specialised qualifications. With
extensive experience, our team can provide you with the most advanced and
effective aesthetic procedures available today.
We take time to listen to our patients needs and really get to
know them so that we can design a highly customized and effective treatment
plans.
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