Warts
Warts: Eliminating Them Effectively
To address warts, it is crucial to determine the specific type affecting a patient before recommending a treatment.
Here are four common types of warts:
- Common warts: Typically found on fingers and toes.
- Plantar warts: Develop on the soles of the feet.
- Genital warts: Occur in the anal or genital areas due to sexual contact.
- Molluscum: Can appear anywhere on the body and are caused by the molluscum contagiousum virus.
Warts result from infections caused by Human Papillomaviruses (HPV), usually entering through cut or damaged skin. The 130 known HPV types often target specific body areas, leading to the common occurrence of warts on hands and feet. Skin damage or contact with an open wound can also trigger wart formation.
While warts are generally harmless and painless, they are contagious and aesthetically displeasing. Fortunately, effective treatments are available.
While warts are generally harmless and painless, they are contagious and aesthetically displeasing. Fortunately, effective treatments are available.
At Nigro Dermatology, our physicians identify the wart type and recommend an appropriate treatment based on its severity. Most applications are painless and non-surgical, minimizing scarring risks.
Warts are a very common condition for children. Let our board-certified pediatric dermatologist, Dr. James Nigro, diagnose and treat your child. He understands the specialized attention children need to address this condition effectively.
Wart Removal Techniques
Home remedies for wart removal may be found online, but professional assistance ensures a reliable approach. Our specialists employ various treatment options tailored to different wart types, including:
- Cantharidin: A liquid blistering agent reducing pain and scarring.
- Podophyllin: A painless treatment suitable for sensitive areas.
- Cryotherapy: Using liquid nitrogen to “freeze” off the wart.
- Additional wart treatments: Tailored solutions based on individual cases.
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Christopher RomeroI was scared to death after discovering a small spot under my arm. I visited with Laura and she calmed my nerves by telling me it was blood vessels and nothing to worry about. The whole experience from checking in to leaving was wonderful. I HIGHLY recommend Nigro and especially Laura. I
Zaid SmairSaturday I had an inflamed skin problem in an uncomfortable area, I was in a lot of pain, Heather Jordan was the absolute best! I visited Saturday to get checked out and the process was very smooth, comfortable and easy. Everyone who works there is kind, helpful and caring. Seeing me on short notice was huge help since no one else in town was open Saturday or available at least, Heather took me in and explained everything in detail and relieved me, I felt that I am in safe hands with someone experienced. I went back in today for another check up, and same thing, Heather and everyone else took great care of me, I definitely recommend to anyone, forget about ER or anyone else. This is the place to go, you won’t regret it.
Carmen KeysIt's always a pleasant experience when I visit Dr. Nigro's office. She IS one of my MOST FAVORITE physicians to see. Her personality, her spirit, her pizazz is ALWAYS on point! Not to mention her GREAT staff!!! She's very attentive and KNOWS how to make her clients feel extra Special. Thank you Dr. Marjory Nigro!!!
Latosha WestMs.Amanda is always nice and really patient with me and my skin condition helping to understand my lupus. Staff is kind as well.
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