Warts
It is hard to feel attractive if you have warts (or verrucas). Especially if get get them on your face. Since most of us have had one at some time in our life it is only natural to wonder: - What are they?
- Are they contagious?
- What are the different types?
- If I have one, how do I treat it?
What are they??
A verruca is a small, rough tumor, usually found on hands and feet but it can develop in other locations on the body. It can resemble either a cauliflower or a solid blister.
Are they contagious? A verruca is considered an
infectious skin disease
caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Since this virus is infectious very is contagious and spreads easily.
What are the different types? There are many different types of a verruca. They vary in shape and in the place where we get them on our body.Some types of verruca are: - Common verruca vulgaris.
- Flat verruca plana.
- Filiform or digitate verruca.
- Verruca pedis.
- Genital venereal verruca.
- Condyloma acuminatum.
- Verruca acuminata.
Note: The last three types of verruca are sexually transmitted.
How do I treat them? As you can see, there are many different types of verruca. Each kind requires different treatments. Some people use natural products while others prefer to use over-the-counter remedies. Some are more aggressive and need medical supervision. In order to avoid getting a scar it is important to start treatment treating any warts quickly and to find the right treatment for your specific variety.
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