Warts

Warts

We not only treat sprains and injuries, here in our Soldotna, AK, Affiliated Ankle and Foot Care podiatry office, but skin conditions of the foot as well.Warts are a common complaint among our patients, especially plantar warts. Plantar warts show up on the sole, ball, or heel of the foot as noncancerous growths. These types of warts can be yellow, gray, or brown and are spongy and rough to the touch.

 

The main cause of warts on the foot is the human papilloma virus (HPV), which can enter the body through cuts in the skin. Some individuals have a higher risk factor than others with getting plantar warts or other types of warts caused by the virus, especially when walking barefoot outdoors, in locker rooms or in common areas, as well as having a weakened immune system.

 

Plantar warts usually present as a lump on the foot, and are felt more easily while standing. They can grow in singular warts or clusters. We treat all types of warts on the foot after diagnosis, but also encourage prevention of the spreading of warts by always wearing shoes and changing the socks and shoes daily.

 

Call podiatrist Dr. Harry Cotler at 907-260-3668 to learn more about warts and the treatment options we offer.