What is a Plantar Wart?

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WHAT IS A PLANTAR WART?
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UNDERSTANDING PLANTAR WARTS
A plantar wart, also known as a verruca, is a
small, non-cancerous growth that appears on the
sole of the foot. These warts are caused by a
viral infection, specifically the human
papillomavirus (HPV). They can be unsightly and
uncomfortable, but they are usually not a serious
health concern.
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DR. JENNIFER MONACO, DPM
Dr. Jennifer Monaco is a highly skilled and
compassionate podiatrist and foot and ankle
specialist. She is board-certified by the
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Monaco specializes in minimally invasive
surgery and sports medicine, always striving to
improve her patients mobility and quality of
life. She practices as a Columbus Foot Doctor,
where she provides personalized and
patient-centered care.
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SYMPTOMS
Verruca can be found on the soles of the feet and
are recognizable by their rough, cauliflower-like
appearance and gray or brown, scaly surface.

• Pain or discomfort when walking or standing
• A rough, raised surface on the skin, and small
  black dots on the surface of the wart
• A cluster of growths

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TREATMENT FOR PLANTAR WARTS
Treatment for plantar warts typically begins with
over-the-counter remedies such as topical wart
medications, which contain salicylic acid to
break down the wart tissue. Its important to
follow the instructions on the package carefully
to ensure that the medication reaches the wart
tissue, and not to overuse it as it can cause
skin irritation.
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PODIATRISTS CAN REMOVE YOUR PLANTAR WART
Plantar warts is a common foot problem, caused by
the human papillomavirus (HPV), are benign
growths that can be incredibly painful and
difficult to ignore, so it is important to
understand when medical examination is necessary.
Generally speaking, if youve had a plantar wart
for more than a few months or experience sudden
pain or swelling, its time to seek medical
attention from a professional podiatrist to have
it removed.
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PREVENT PLANTAR WARTS

• Preventing plantar warts is important as they are
  highly contagious.
• To reduce your risk of developing plantar warts,
  you should avoid walking barefoot in public
  places, such as locker rooms and swimming pools,
  and avoid sharing towels or shoes with others.
• 2. Its also important to keep your feet clean
  and dry, and to avoid picking at or biting your
  nails, as this can increase your risk of
  developing warts.

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