Warts
Warts- there are various types of warts such as: plane, common, filiform and verrucas. These are small, rough growths on the skin caused by a viral infection. Caused by Human papillomavirus (HPV) which infects the top layer of the skin. The virus is able to make skin cells grow faster than normal, forming a raised lump.Warts can develop individually or in clusters and are very contagious.Appearance:
- rough surface
- raised bumps on the skin
- small black dots inside (tiny clotted blood vessels)
- can appear skin colour, grey or brown
- single, or multiple
Common warts (Verruca Vulgaris)– rough, raised appearance, usually found on hands, fingers, elbows, knees and often dome-shaped.
Plantar warts– found on the soles of the feet, often painful when walking, grow inward due to pressure from standing.
Flat warts-small, smooth, flat appearance.Usually these come in clusters, commonly found on face, neck and hands.
Filiform warts-long, thin, finger- like growths, often found on face or around the mouth.
