Warts are small, often hard, and abnormal bumps that sometimes develop on feet and hands. They can vary in appearance and might develop alone or in clusters. Although warts are usually non-cancerous, they might resemble some types of cancers.
For consultation regarding treatment of warts, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology today and get an appointment with the best dermatologist and cosmetologist in Bahrain.
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Warts Causes
Certain categories of human papilloma virus (HPV)- a virus present in skin cells of the wart- is one of the major warts causes. This HPV affects mucosa (moist membranes) and skin, and there are more 100 different HPV strains responsible for various types of warts.
Generally, HPV is passed through skin-to-skin contact, and can also be transferred indirectly through contaminated objects, including shoes, towels, area surrounding swimming pool and floor of communal changing area. If warts are present on the skin, they are considered contagious. The virus spreads rapidly if the skin is soft, wet, or encounters a rough surface. They can also spread to other body parts.
HPV can spread through:
- Knocking, scratching, or biting the wart
- Biting nails or sucking fingers (if they have warts)
- Shaving legs or face
Breaking up or bleeding of wart also accelerates virus spread, making the patient more vulnerable.
If you have warts on any part of your body, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of dermatology and cosmetology today, and get consultation with best dermatologist Bahrain/ best skin specialist in Bahrain.
Our representatives are also available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches.
Warts on Feet- Planter Warts
Warts on feet are known as ‘Planter Warts’- rough, small growths that appear on heels and balls of feet (parts that bear most pressure). This pressure causes warts to grow inwards, under the hard and thick skin layer (callus). Planter warts are caused by HPV, that enters skin through tiny breaks or cuts at the bottom of feet.
Planter warts are not a serious health concern, and usually disappear on their own without any treatment, but you can also get them removed by consulting a healthcare provider.
Warts on Hands- Common Warts
Warts on hands are known as ‘Common Warts’, and usually they are grainy, small growths on hands and fingers. Common warts are soft to touch, and often appear pattern of tiny black dots that are clotted small blood vessels. These are caused by a virus transmitted by touch, and can develop after 2-6 months of exposure to the skin.
Common warts are harmless and usually disappear on their own, however, most of the people get them removed as they look embarrassing.
For more details regarding warts and their removal, contact Al Hilal Hospital, Department of dermatology and cosmetology today, and get consultation with best dermatologist Bahrain/ best skin specialist in Bahrain.
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Warts Treatment
Following are the commonly used warts treatment methods:
- Salicylic acid (warts removal cream)– stronger warts removal cream, with salicylic acid. They work by removing layers of wart, slowly and gradually.
- Cryotherapy (freezing)– the doctor would apply liquid nitrogen to the wart, stimulating immune system to fight viral warts.
- Other acids– if salicylic acid and freezing fail, trichloroacetic acid might be used.
- Minor surgery– the doctor would cut the bothersome tissue.
- Laser treatment– laser is used to cauterize (burn) the tiny blood vessel. The infected tissue dies, and wart falls off.
Warts on Face Treatment
Most wart creams contain harsh chemicals, that should not come close to mouth, nose, or eyes- hence expert supervision is required for warts on face treatment. Commonly used methods include cryotherapy (the procedure might leave dark spots on face and people with light skin should avoid this method), surgical removal, and immunotherapy (either the person’s immunity of stimulated, or topicals are used to irritate the wart and trigger immune system).
Al Hilal Hospital Bahrain, Department of Dermatology & Cosmetology
For more information about warts treatment, or any other dermatological issue, consult an expert dermatologist/ cosmetologist at the earliest. At Al Hilal Hospital, Department of Dermatology and Cosmetology, we have highly qualified and experienced doctors, modern equipment, and state-of-the-art laboratories, to provide early detection and treatment options for all the patients.
Contact Al Hilal Hospital, and get consultation with the best dermatologist and cosmetologist in Bahrain for warts and other dermatological diseases. For your convenience, our representatives are available on WhatsApp helpline, in Al Hilal Manama, Salmabad, Riffa and Muharraq branches. We also offer exclusive packages and privilege cards for additional benefits, to provide affordable yet exceptional healthcare services to all our patients.
