Warts are caused by a virus called HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) that infects the upper layer of the skin.
is a benign skin disease. Although it is mostly seen in the hands, feet and genital area
can also occur throughout the body.
What is a Wart?
How does a wart develop?
The HPV virus causes warts. Direct contact with the wart or contact with something that touches the wart
after a cut or injury. Trauma such as cuts or injuries to the skin facilitate transmission.
Who is at Risk of Wart Transmission?
Anyone who comes into contact with a wart is at risk of infection, but especially children and young people
is more likely to be transmitted.
In which parts of the body are warts located?
Warts are located in different parts of our body and present in different clinical forms.
can come.
* Verruca vulgaris: the most common type, often seen on the fingers and dorsum of the hand.
* Plantar verruca: warts located on the sole of the foot, may be painful.
* Verru plan: flat warts, most commonly located on the face.
* Verru filiformis: sessile warts, often seen on the face.
What can be done in wart treatment?
These treatment methods depend on the age of the patient, the location, thickness and clinical type of the wart.
is determined accordingly. Main treatment methods;
* Fractional Laser
* Ablative Laser
* RF ablation
* Superficially applied keratolytic agents that dissolve the upper layer of the skin
* Cold treatment (Cryotherapy)
* Acidic solutions
How Can I Prevent Warts?
* Do not pick or scratch the wart.
* Do not touch other people's warts.
* Use appropriate and your own shoes in common areas such as the pool.
* Since humid environments can increase the spread of warts, especially in foot localization
Keep your feet dry in case of warts.