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What Are Plantar Warts and How Do You Treat Them?

Skin-colored bumps on your feet could be plantar warts. Here’s what causes them. how to treat them, and how to prevent further spreading.

By Experience Life Staff | Experience LifeSeptember 7, 2016

a pair of flip flops sit on a tile floor next to a locker

What are the symptoms of Plantar Warts?:

Skin-colored bumps, usually on the heels or balls of feet; may feel rough to the touch; may have black dots at their center. May or may not be painful.

Are Plantar Warts contagious?:

Yes.

Triggers:

Because they’re on the bottom of the foot, exercise can exacerbate pain.

Treatment options:

Over-the-counter products that contain salicylic acid, either in liquid formulation or through bandages. Dermatologists can freeze warts off with liquid nitrogen, remove them with a laser, inject medications into them or apply topical products to stimulate the immune system.

Other ways to overcome:

Always wear shoes in the gym and flip-flops in the locker room. If necessary, put a corn pad around the wart to minimize pressure while exercising, and do non-weight-bearing activity until it feels better. To prevent further infection, moisturize your feet to keep skin healed and sealed.

This was excerpted from “8 Common Skin Problems and How to Treat Them — Naturally”.