Plantar warts are small grainy lesions with black pin points in the center. These annoying warts are found only on the soles of your feet and are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus LOVES warm, moist areas such as locker rooms, shower floors, and public swimming areas. To protect yourself this summer:
Ø Don’t go barefoot in public areas- wear sandals in locker rooms and public areas
Ø Avoid direct contact with warts- from your own or other people
Ø Keep your feet clean and dry- change your socks and shoes daily
Ø Don’t use the same nail clipper or file on your warts as you used on non-infected skin and nails.
Ø The HPV virus enter through broken skin- keep cuts/scrapes, and dry, cracked skin covered with waterproof bandages and wear sandals in all public areas
For advice on non-prescription and prescription treatment options for plantar wart(s), visit your family physician or Sereda’s Pharmacy pharmacist.
-Carrie
Sereda's Pharmacy
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