Understanding Plantar Warts (Verruca Pedis)

What is a Plantar Wart?

• A painful, thickened lesion caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

• Medically known as verruca pedis

• Can significantly impact quality of life

• Often appears on the sole of the foot

How Are They Contracted?

• Direct contact with HPV virus

• Enters through damaged outer skin layer

• Can mimic calluses or corns due to pressure

• Professional diagnosis recommended

Treatment Options

Natural Resolution

• Can self-resolve in a few months to 2 years

• May not require treatment if painless

Medical Interventions

• Topical acid applications

• Cryotherapy treatment

• Laser removal

• Surgical removal/curettage

Prevention Tips

• Avoid scratching or picking at warts

• Cover warts with medical tape

• Don't share items touching affected areas

• Use corn pads for pressure relief

Surgical Treatment

• Recommended for:

  • Persistent warts

  • Long-term cases

  • Treatment-resistant warts

  • Extremely painful cases

  • Need for quick removal

Surgical Process

• Performed in clinic operating room

• Local anaesthetic administration

• Sterile wart removal

• Chemical application to prevent recurrence