Plantar Warts
Plantar Warts Causes
You acquire plantar warts through direct contact with the human papillomavirus HPV, from a person suffering from the same.
Plantar Warts Definition
Plantar warts are benign skin growths on the feet soles caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which enters the body through tiny cuts and breaks in your skin.
Plantar Warts Diagnosis
To diagnose plantar warts, mere inspection/ observation of the feet is usually sufficient. In cases where the presence of plantar warts is doubtful, the paring of the lump, and laboratory diagnosis of the tissue may be done.
Plantar Warts Symptoms and Signs
Plantar warts may appear on the soles of the feet, as hard and flat growths; small and grainy bumps; or grayish or brownish lumps
Plantar Warts Treatment
Among the common treatments for this condition are wart medications, like salicylic acid, cantharidin, cryotheraphy, and duct tape. For serious cases of plantar warts, surgery and immunotherapy are among the treatment options.