Spare the Duct Tape, and just see a Podiatrists for your wart!

Dr. Rosenstein,

      I think I may have a wart on the bottom of my foot. How do warts appear and what are the most common treatments?


Warts are the most common viral infections of the skin. Plantar warts grow on the sole of the foot. Warts can form and be found in this area but usually to produce and appear in areas of the foot where there are the most pressure and friction. The virus that causes warts, the human papillomavirus, infects only the superficial layer of skin that produces a callus-like growth that can become quite irritated and tender.

Plantar Warts can be seen in all age groups, but they are most common among children 12-16 years are more rare in the elderly.

The risks of getting Plantar Warts can include:

• The use of public showers
• Skin Trauma
• Weakened immune system because of certain medications used or type of illness.

Unfortunately since warts tend to appear spontaneously, it may become necessary to treat warts that negatively affect an individuals ability to walk for a short period of time.

The most common Medical Treatments used:

• Acid
• Laser Treatments
• Cryotherapy

There are many more other treatments available for the treatment of plantar warts. No single therapy is so effective that it has eliminated the use of others.

Of course you know or think you may have a Plantars Wart the best solution is to see your podiatrists.
If you need more information or wish to schedule an appointment please contact Affiliated Podiatrists, Inc.
at 440-946-5858 or visit our website: www.DrRobertRosenstein.com