Warts can be the nemesis of many a kid and mom who wonders how to get rid of them. And trying to avoid them is tricky at best, doctors say. "It's like trying to avoid the common cold. Just like some ...

In the realm of common skin ailments, warts stand out as particularly vexing. These small, benign growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) can be both unsightly and contagious. While they may ...

If you’ve recently spent time at a public pool (indoor or out) or taken showers at the gym, you may be at risk of developing a plantar wart. Plantar warts are caused by an infection that enters the ...

Warts are a prime example of a skin condition that’s stubborn, bothersome and a possible source of embarrassment for some. We’re told by board-certified dermatologist and skin care founder Dr. Blair ...

Warts can be diagnosed by regular visual examination. Warts usually disappear after a couple of months and do not require treatment. However, treatments are utilized to remove warts that are painful, ...

Benign cutaneous infections caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) are one of the most quotidian and troublesome conditions seen in dermatological practice. This virus can cause a myriad of infectious ...

I just discovered a small wart on my 6 year old's hand. Is there a way to get rid of it without using any harsh medicines? Warts (verruca vulgaris) are caused by a strain of the human papilloma virus.

Warts are less likely to be cured if people wait longer to get freezing therapy, say Dutch researchers who compared treatments. Warts are a common childhood complaint affecting up to one-third of ...

Freezing off warts at home may cause a fire, the Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers. Over-the-counter, cryogenic wart removers have led to 14 reports of fires, affecting household items ...