What we treat Skin — infections
Condition
Warts
Also called Viral warts, Plane warts, Common warts, Plantar warts, Genital warts
Skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus, which look different depending on their type and where they are.
Start here
What it is
Skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus, which look different depending on their type and where they are.
Notice
What you may notice
Raised or flat growths that vary by body site.
Context
Who it can affect
People with viral skin growths of different types.
A conversation with the doctor
What may help
Treatment may prevent spread; recurrence and sessions vary.
Your doctor may choose observation, freezing or another method after examining the lesion. Recurrence varies.
Before you come
What you can do
- Do not pick or shave over a wart.
- Avoid sharing towels.
- Ask about current HPV advice.
Reviewed by Dr. D. A. Satish · review date to be confirmedUnder clinical review