Warts are pesky, unpleasant, and sometimes downright painful, but for many of us the viral infection on our feet is a reality. While highly treatable, warts can worsen over time. If you have developed cumbersome warts on your feet, let Dr. Timothy A. Nielsen at Nielsen Dermatology in Boynton Beach, FL, help you find a solution that works for you.
What are warts?
Warts are the result of the human papillomavirus, commonly known as HPV, which can spread through exposure to public showers or if you have a poor immune system or an infection, cut or sore on your foot. Warts tend to develop at points of friction, such as the heel and ball of your foot. Warts can appear risen or flat, with a scaly, toughened or bumpy texture.
How can I treat my warts?
Your dermatologist at our office in Boynton Beach, FL will first examine your feet to determine the severity or your warts and create a treatment plan. Among the remedies you can try at home are soaking and gently exfoliating the affected area, followed by applying a salicylic acid liquid which can be found over the counter at drugstores.
Your dermatologist will likely want to explore treatment options at our Boynton Beach, FL office if your warts have not minimized following two or three weeks of at-home care.
We offer several forms of wart removal at our Boynton Beach, FL location, including using a mild acid to gently burn off the wart or using liquid nitrogen to freeze off the wart. Your dermatologist may also suggest a laser treatment, or the application of a topical paste to dissolve the wart so it can be shaved down.
If you are suffering from warts, make an appointment with a dermatologist at the Boynton Beach, FL office of Dr. Timothy A. Nielsen. Call us today at (561) 737-4888.