Warts (Papillomas)
A raised growth on the surface of the skin or other organ.
TreatmentsPart of: Viral Infections
About Warts
Warts are non-cancerous (benign) skin growths caused by viruses that develop on different parts of the body and can take on various forms. They are contagious and very common: Almost everyone has a wart at some point in their life. Warts can affect people at any age, but are most common among children and young people.
Most warts are harmless and will go away in a few weeks or months on their own. They can be bothersome and unattractive, and some people feel embarrassed. There are a number of different treatments that can speed up the healing process — but they do not always work.
Other growths (seborrheic keratosis) that often appear in older people, and are sometimes referred to as “senile warts,” are not contagious. They are also quite harmless, but permanent. This information only deals with viral warts… Read more about Warts
