Verruca Vulgaris, commonly known as warts, is a benign [noncancerous ] skin condition caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). These warts typically appear as small, rough, and raised growths on the skin, often on the hands and fingers, but they can occur anywhere on the body. Warts can be spread from one location on the body to another or from person to person by contact with the wart.
Types of Warts
- Plantar Warts.
- Common Warts.
- Flat Warts.
- Mosaic Warts.
- Filiform Warts.
- Genital Warts.
- Butcher’s Warts
How common are warts ?
- 10% of the population are affected.
- Warts are common.
- 10-20% of the school age group are affected.
- More likely to affect people who are immunocompromised.
- People who handle raw meat regularly [butchers]
Are warts contagious?
Warts are contagious because of Human papilloma virus.
Direct spread by skin-to-skin contact.
Indirect spread by coming in contact with objects like needles, razors, towels etc that have come in contact with Human papilloma virus
Characteristics
- Appearance : Rough, cauliflower-like surface with a well-defined border.
- Color : Flesh-colored, white, pink, or tan.
- Size : Typically small, ranging from a few millimeters to over a centimeter in diameter.
- Location : Commonly found on the hands, fingers, knees, and elbows.
Causes of verruca vulgaris
- Virus : Caused by various strains of HPV, particularly types 2 & 4
- Transmission : Spread through direct contact with infected skin or surfaces.
Treatment
- Over-the-counter products : The chemicals contain salicylic acid dissolves warts one layer at a time, so takes several weeks to months to get rid of the wart completely.
- Cryotherapy : Freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen. The wart may peel of eventually, but needs several treatme
- Laser therapy : Using laser light to destroy wart tissue.
- Immunotherapy : Stimulating the immune system to fight the virus that causes warts. Topically DCP [diphencyprone] causes mild allergic reaction and helps to get rid of the wart.
- Surgical removal : Removing the wart using Iris surgical scissors give excellent results. No scarring and patient satisfaction is very high.
Warts are benign and generally do not pose serious health risks, but they can be cosmetically concerning for some individuals. Treatment is often sought for aesthetic reasons or if the lesions become irritated or painful. If you have any concerns or symptoms related to these conditions, it’s best to consult with a cosmetic surgeon for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
FAQ’s
Never try to cut a wart by youself. This can lead to infection, bleeding and other health issues. Better to remove surgically by a qualified cosmetic surgeon.
30% of warts go away on their own after 1 or 2 years, this applies to people with good immunity.
- Infection
- Pain and discomfort
- Mental health issue, can affect your self- esteem.
- Genital and rectal warts
- If the growth may not be a wart or it looks suspicious.
- Multiple warts.
- Diabetic and warts on the foot.
- If the warts bleed/ itch/ burning sensation/ or it hurts.
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