What are Common Warts? How to Get Rid of Them?
There
are many different types of warts. Many warts are caused by human
papilloma virus or HPV. The top layer of the skin grows very quickly
creating a scaly, irritated area. Warts can grow on different parts
of the body and affect all age groups. It is possible to spread warts
by touching other people, sharing towels, personal items, or hygiene
products. Warts are very easily seen on fingers but can be very
painful on the bottom of the foot.
There
are several over-the-counter treatments for common warts. These
include salicylic acid which is applied to the wart at night and then
pared down using a nail file the following day. Repeating this over
several weeks will help the body to regrow healthy skin.
Another
option is the duct tape method. Basically a piece of duct tape is
applied over the wart and left in place for several weeks. There are
chemicals in the duct tape that will kill the infection. Many warts
require sunlight to grow and one theory is that removing sources of
nutrients for the wart will dry them up.
Clinic
options include freezing with liquid nitrogen, an injection of
medicine into the wart, or surgery by a dermatologist.
Talk
to your doctor today if you think you have warts. It is better to
treat them before they infect your family members and friends.
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