Warts are skin growths that can appear in different shapes, sizes, and textures on the skin’s surface. They can be rough and raised, depressed, or flat and smooth. Warts are separated into categories including:
Warts are usually painless unless they are in a sensitive area like the fingers or feet.
Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) that results in a rapid growth of skin cells. There are many different strains of HPV, resulting in different types of warts. Warts can be spread from person to person, or from one part of the body to another through direct or indirect contact. The virus is commonly picked up from locker rooms, public showers, pools, and other surfaces.
Warts will generally go away on their own, but a wart that is rapidly growing, painful, or aesthetically bothersome can be removed. Your dermatologist at Seattle Skin & Laser might recommend one of the following treatment options:
The best treatment option for your case will depend on the size and location of the wart. Warts are often treated in one session, but there is a chance the wart could grow back, requiring a second treatment session or different treatment plan.
If you have a bothersome wart that you want removed, contact Seattle Skin & Laser to find out which treatment option is best for you. Seattle Skin and Laser also treats patients from Mercer Island and the Issaquah area.
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