Foot Problems:
Foot Wart Treatment
Foot Wart Treatment
Warts are one of several soft tissue conditions that can develop on the feet, most commonly caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Though often mistaken for calluses due to their appearance, foot warts—or plantar warts—are distinct lesions that grow on the soles of the feet, often showing small black dots that are actually tiny blood vessels.
Children and teenagers are especially prone to warts due to a still-developing immune system, but anyone can become infected, particularly in communal areas with warm, moist environments.
Causes of Foot Warts
- HPV enters through small cuts, cracks, or abrasions in the skin
- Walking barefoot in communal showers, pools, and locker rooms
- Direct skin-to-skin contact or contact with contaminated surfaces
Foot warts are contagious and can spread from person to person or to other areas of the same foot. Left untreated, a single wart may grow in size or multiply into clusters known as mosaic warts.
What Can You Do?
- Avoid walking barefoot, especially in shared spaces like showers and pools
- Change shoes and socks daily to reduce moisture buildup
- Keep feet clean and dry at all times
- Disinfect home pedicure tools and avoid sharing nail clippers or footwear
What Can Your Podiatrist Do for You?
- Conduct a thorough physical exam to confirm diagnosis
- Apply topical or cryotherapy treatments to destroy the wart tissue
- Prescribe immune-boosting or antiviral medications
- Offer laser therapy or minor surgical removal in stubborn cases
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