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X-Plain_ Warts Reference Summary

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Sort Desciption: This reference summary explains what warts are and how to remove them. Warts Viral infections of the skin cause warts. The virus that causes warts is called human papilloma virus, or HPV. ...

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Warts are very common. It may be necessary to remove warts, especially if they are painful, bothersome, or if they multiply rapidly. This reference summary explains what warts are and how to remove them. Warts Viral infections of the skin cause warts. The virus that causes warts is called human papilloma virus, or HPV. It may take a few months after being exposed to the virus before a wart develops. Warts are usually skin-colored, raised, and rough. Warts usually show up on the fingers, especially in areas where the skin is broken, cracked or peeling. For example, people that bite their fingernails or pick hangnails tend to have a lot of broken and cracked skin. Other warts occur on the soles of the feet. These are called foot warts. They are usually not elevated like common warts because of the constant pressure put on them while standing and walking. Flat warts tend to occur in areas that are shaved frequently, such as mens faces and womens legs. Flat warts are smooth and not elevated like other warts. Many occur at the same time-as many as 100 at a time. Warts are not very contagious. They are more likely to occur in children who injure their hands repeatedly or bite their nails. Patients with weak immune systems are more susceptible to warts. Treatment Not all warts need treatment. Warts on children may disappear by themselves over a period of months. However, adult warts generally do not. Warts may be ...

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