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The medical term for verrucas is a verruca plantaris, also known as the planter wart or foot wart. Foot warts can be found at the bottom of the foot and are usually about 1 cm in diameter, slightly lighter than the skin around it and it has a small black dot in the middle. This type of wart is quite flat and have a tendency to grow in clusters. Warts can be painful due to the fact that you put pressure on them all the time. They tend to grow back into the foot because of this. Human papilloma virus causes all types of warts and verrucas. They can get through the skin in minor cuts and abrasions on the feet The biggest problem with this virus is that it is highly contagious, so you can easily get warts from other patients that do not cover their warts. Items such as towels and shoes that have touched the warts from another person can easily transmit the virus from person to person. The human papilloma virus thrives in warm humid regions. The virus can survive outside the body for several months so swimming pools and bathrooms are the perfect environment for viruses. It is strongly recommended that you take care not to go into these areas without something on your feet. If you have warts, it is strongly recommended not to scratch or touch other body parts, as this would cause the infection to spread. You must be especially careful not to rub one foot with the other foot, as this will increase the risk of getting warts on the other foot. There are several types of treatments for warts. These three methods are performed by professionals and can be performed under anaesthetic, but can lead to scaring. Cryosurgery - This is where your wart is affected by a frozen instrument and it kills it. Electrosurgery - This is where your wart is removed with a needle heated by an electric current and burns it. Laser therapy - This is where your wart is removed with a beam of light that burns the warts. The following methods of removal may be done at home. Salicylic acid - This is an over the counter medicine and must be used for weeks or months to get results. May cause irritation and even scarring of the skin. Care should be taken to follow manufacturers instructions. Duct Tape - This method uses tape and a pumice stone to irritate, this activates your immune system fight the wart to make it clear itself. Home Treatments- These home treatments include the use of preparations available in your home, such as garlic and vinegar. It is always recommended that you maintain a healthy lifestyle, as this will ensure that the immune system helps prevent human papilloma virus to take hold. Follow the link for more information on How to Get Rid of Verrucas or take a look at our site at www.cure-it.co.cc Martin T Lane
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