A wart is a growth in the skin caused by a viral infection. Warts tend to be hard and flat with elevated, rough surfaces with or without well defined boundaries. Some have one or more black pinpoints. They are frequently called plantar warts because they appear most often on the plantar surface, or sole of the foot. If warts are left untreated, they can grow and spread into clusters of several warts.

• Foot pain - Feels like a lump under the foot

• Leg or back pain - Possibly causes poor posture

• Firm, warty (rough, bumpy, and spongy, some appear thick and scaly) lesions with tiny pinpoint dark spots inside (not always apparent)

• Smooth surface with a gray-yellow or brown color

• Located over areas of pressure or bony point such as the heel and ball of the foot

• Usually flat because of pressure

A virus causes warts, which typically invades the skin through small cuts and abrasions.

• Avoid walking barefoot.

• Change shoes daily.

• Keep feet clean and dry.

• Soak the affected area in warm water for 5 minutes before applying the salicylic acid. This will enhance the effects of the medication.

• Remove any loose tissue with a washcloth and dry thoroughly.

• In general, you should see improvement in 1-2 weeks. If such treatment does not yield results after several weeks, you should see your doctor for more aggressive methods of wart removal.

• Wart Stick

Warning:

We hope these suggestions improve your health and make you more comfortable. However, if you have any concerns about our advice, if any symptom persists for an unreasonable amount of time or if your condition worsens after self-treatment, we encourage you to consult a medical professional for further assistance.

Please note, people with diabetes and poor circulation should always consult a medical professional before performing any self-treatment.