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Pantar Warts
What is a Plantar Wart?
A wart is an infection caused by a virus, which can enter through a small cut or break in the skin. A wart is commonly seen on the bottom of the foot (plantar wart), but it can also appear on the top. Children, teens, and people with weakened immune systems are more vulnerable to the wart virus.

Symptoms
Warts may appear spongy, with tiny red, brown, or black spots. They can grow up to an inch or more across, and can occur alone (solitary) or with smaller warts clustered nearby (mosaic). Warts are sometimes mistaken for corns or calluses. They can persist for years, and reoccur in the same spot. If left untreated, warts can spread to other parts of the foot, to the hand, or other areas of the body.

Treatment
There are many ways to treat warts, depending on their size and location. It is important to remember that warts may reoccur even after they have been removed. A few of the possible treatments are described as follows:
  • Medication
    The wart is broken down by applying an acidic solution. Blister-forming solutions may also be used. The treatment may need to be repeated over several weeks.
  • Curettage
    The wart is removed with a small, spoon-shaped instrument (curette). A local anesthetic is often used with this procedure to make it more comfortable.
  • Laser
    The wart is vaporized, using focused light energy produced by a laser. A local anesthetic is often used with this procedure to make it more comfortable.

    Do not use over the counter medications for warts, without asking your physician first. Some of these treatments can damage the skin, and may be dangerous if you have diabetes or poor circulation. After your podiatrist treats your warts, protect your feet from future infection by keeping them clean and dry.

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