Wart Removal Treatment

Common warts are small, grainy skin growths that typically emerge on the hands or feet. Warts are often characterized by a rough texture and often have a pattern of tiny black dots, which are clotted blood vessels. Warts usually disappear on their own in a few weeks to a few months. However, if your symptoms worsen or persist, seeking medical assistance is highly recommended.

At Footworks Podiatry, we understand the pain and discomfort that warts might cause in your day-to-day life. Our podiatrist are here to help provide you with personalized wart removal in Singapore.

Causes of Warts on the Feet

Common warts are triggered by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Although there are more than 150 different strains of this virus, only a small subset is responsible for causing hand warts. Some strains of HPV can be contracted through sexual contact, but most of them are spread via casual skin contact when walking barefoot or the sharing of items like slipperstowels or washcloths. The virus typically enters the body through skin breaks such as scratches, or corns and callositieshangnails. If you have a habit of biting your nails, warts can also spread to your fingertips and the areas around the nails.

Common warts usually appear on the soles of the feet and hands and exhibit the following characteristics:

Tiny, grainy bumps
Rough to the touch
Small black dots, indicative of clotted blood vessels all over

Risk Factors of Warts

Children and young adults, whose bodies might not have developed viral immunity.
Individuals with weakened immune systems oftensystems, they often appear when they are run down from contracting conditions such as flu, viruses and dengue.

In some rare cases they can be a sign of more serious underlying health compilations. such as HIV .such as those with HIV/AIDS or individuals who have undergone organ transplants.

Symptoms of Warts

When Should You Visit a Podiatrist?

You should seek a podiatrist for wart removal in Singapore if the warts are on your feet and they:

Painful or Itchy.
Break open frequently or bleed.
Appears red.
Develops pus.
Affects the way you walk
Affects your self-confidence.

Treatment Options for Wart Removal

1. Freezing (Cryotherapy)
This wart removal technique involves freezing the wart using liquid nitrogen. Subsequently, a blister forms, eventually peeling off. Multiple sessions might be required.

2. Laser Treatment
The wart's small blood vessels are removed by laser light, cutting off its blood supply and eliminating it.

3. Over-the-counter (OTC) Wart-Removal Medications
Medications containing ingredients like salicylic acid help to remove warts layer by layer. Consistent daily application over several months is necessary for complete wart removal.

4. Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy enhances your immune system's ability to fight the infection by using a topical medication such as diphencyprone (DCP) for stubborn warts.

5. Curettage And Electrosurgery
Electrosurgery involves burning, whereas curettage entails the removal of warts using a spoon-shaped tool or sharp knife. These two methods are often used together.

Remove Your Warts with Footworks Podiatry

Prevent warts from affecting your quality of life. At Footworks Podiatry, we are dedicated to helping you restore your healthy feet and nails.

Your warts should not hold you back from enjoying the activities you love. Schedule an appointment with us for a consultation and embark on your journey to healthier feet. Come to us for nail fungus treatment and comprehensive foot care solutions.

We have appointments immediately available. Call us today to book an appointment with our podiatrist at +65 9437 1000