Symptoms
Small, rough, raised skin growths, often on hands or feet, sometimes with tiny black dots.
Cause
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infecting the skin, spread through direct contact or shared surfaces.
Prevention
Avoid direct contact with warts (yours or others'), don't share footwear/towels, keep skin dry.
Treatment
Topical wart-removal treatments, cryotherapy (freezing), or minor procedures for persistent warts. Commonly used medicines: salicylic acid preparations; cryotherapy for resistant warts.
See a doctor if
Warts spread rapidly, are painful, or appear in sensitive areas like the face or genitals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Warts?
Small, rough, raised skin growths, often on hands or feet, sometimes with tiny black dots.
What causes Warts?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infecting the skin, spread through direct contact or shared surfaces.
How can Warts be prevented?
Avoid direct contact with warts (yours or others'), don't share footwear/towels, keep skin dry.
What is the treatment for Warts?
Topical wart-removal treatments, cryotherapy (freezing), or minor procedures for persistent warts. Commonly used medicines: salicylic acid preparations; cryotherapy for resistant warts.
When should I see a doctor for Warts?
Warts spread rapidly, are painful, or appear in sensitive areas like the face or genitals.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10