Warts
What is a Plantar Wart?
A plantar wart, or verruca pedis, is a painful type of lesion that appears on the sole of the foot. They may be flat or raised, and often have tiny black dots in the centre. Plantar warts can vary in size and can be solitary or multiple. They are usually harmless but can be bothersome and unsightly.
What Causes a Plantar Wart?
It is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and is usually contracted in wet areas and public places such as swimming pools, showers, or locker rooms where the virus is present.
It's important to note that plantar warts can be difficult to treat, and may require multiple treatments to completely eliminate them.
How is a Plantar Wart Treated?
Treatment options include topical medications, cryotherapy, laser therapy, (Falknor’s) wart needling, or surgery. In conjunction with these therapies it is important to bolster your immune system and take precautions from spreading the virus among family members. This can be done by wearing flip flops in public showers/swimming areas and cleaning showers regularly with vinegar or bleach
It's important to note that plantar warts can be difficult to treat, and may require multiple treatments to completely eliminate them. Additionally, it's important to seek advice from a healthcare professional before attempting to treat a plantar wart, as some treatments may not be suitable for certain people or certain types of warts.
In Clinic Treatments
At Relief Podiatry we offer customised care depending on patient age and medical history. We use a combination approach to help our patients recover as soon as possible. This may include typical solution that is applied in a precise way together with laser and or surgical intervention.
You are more likely to contract the HPV virus if your immune system is weak or low.
Plantar warts, also known as Verruca Pedis, are small light coloured or skin-coloured growths found on the sole of the foot.
Warts can be rough and have tiny little dark dots in the centre. They are generally the size of a pea, but can be bigger or smaller, a single lesion or collection of multiple lesions.