Warts Treatment in Franklin, MA, Milford, MA, South Dennis, MA, Woonsocket, RI, and Burrillville, RI
Warts have a very unique and interesting yet undesirable reputation in popular culture. They are often associated with frogs, toads, and poor hygiene. But truthfully, warts are mostly caused by contact with other people who have a certain viral infection on the skin. Though they can be difficult to eliminate at home, specialized treatments are available for warts when you visit the podiatrists at Franklin Foot Care in Franklin, MA, Milford, MA, South Dennis, MA, Woonsocket, RI, and Burrillville, RI.
Reasons for Warts
Warts are unique compared to other skin growths or imperfections because they are caused by a viral infection called HPV (human papillomavirus). Particular strains of HPV cause extra keratin protein to form over swaths of the skin, which leads to wart growth. The hardened wart will not go away completely until the HPV virus is eliminated and can spread to other areas of the body. Warts commonly form on the bottom of the feet because the HPV virus enters through cuts or fissures in the skin.
Wart Removal Solutions
While some attempt to eliminate warts with over-the-counter products, intervention from a foot doctor may be necessary. To remove a wart completely, your Franklin, MA, Milford, MA, South Dennis, MA, Woonsocket, RI, and Burrillville, RI podiatrist, will administer salicylic acid treatments. SWIFT therapy uses microwave technology to debride wart tissue with targeted heat.
Wart Prevention Tips
After your podiatrist removes your existing warts, you can reduce the chance of them returning using the following tips:
- Do not share towels, linens, socks, and clothing with others who have warts.
- Do not pick at warts and then touch other areas of the body.
- Reduce time in hot tubs and showers frequented by strangers.
- Keep the feet moisturized and clean daily.