What is a Plantar Wart?
                     WHAT IS A PLANTAR WART?
UNDERSTANDING PLANTAR WARTS
A plantar wart, also known as a verruca, is a small, non-cancerous growth 
that appears on the sole of the foot. 
These warts are caused by a viral infection, specifically the human 
papillomavirus (HPV). They can be unsightly and uncomfortable, but they 
are usually not a serious health concern.
DR. JENNIFER 
MONACO, DPM
Dr. Jennifer Monaco is a highly skilled and 
compassionate podiatrist and foot and ankle 
specialist. She is board-certified by the American 
Board of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. Monaco specializes in minimally invasive surgery and sports 
medicine, always striving to improve her patients’ mobility and 
quality of life. She practices as a Columbus Foot Doctor, where 
she provides personalized and patient-centered care.
SYMPTOMS
Verruca can be found on the soles of the 
feet and are recognizable by their 
rough, cauliflower-like appearance and 
gray or brown, scaly surface.
• Pain or discomfort when walking or 
standing
• A rough, raised surface on the skin, and 
small black dots on the surface of the wart
• A cluster of growths
TREATMENT FOR 
PLANTAR WARTS
Treatment for plantar warts typically begins 
with over-the-counter remedies such as topical 
wart medications, which contain salicylic acid 
to break down the wart tissue.
 It’s important to follow the instructions on the 
package carefully to ensure that the 
medication reaches the wart tissue, and not to 
overuse it as it can cause skin irritation.
PODIATRISTS CAN REMOVE 
YOUR PLANTAR WART
Plantar warts is a common foot problem, 
caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), 
are benign growths that can be incredibly 
painful and difficult to ignore, so it is important 
to understand when medical examination is 
necessary.
Generally speaking, if you’ve had a 
plantar wart for more than a few months 
or experience sudden pain or swelling, 
it’s time to seek medical attention from 
a professional podiatrist to have it 
removed.
PREVENT PLANTAR WARTS
Preventing plantar warts is important as they are highly contagious.
• To reduce your risk of developing plantar warts, you should avoid walking 
barefoot in public places, such as locker rooms and swimming pools, and 
avoid sharing towels or shoes with others.
   2. It’s also important to keep your feet clean and dry, and to avoid picking 
at or biting your nails, as this can increase your risk of developing warts.
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