Verrucas: what are they?
Warts on the feet are called verrucas. They are identical to warts on any other bodily component. Because they are on a weight-bearing area, they are flat rather than elevated like a wart.

What signs of verrucas are present?
Verrucas are tiny, rough, and frequently spherical lumps on the skin. Verrucas can cover bigger sections of skin, but occasionally you will only observe one or two on one or both feet.

What elements lead to verrucas?
They are brought on by a virus called the human papillomavirus virus [HPV], which reacts with the epidermis’ outermost layers. They are frequently contracted by going barefoot where someone else has gone barefoot, especially in damp settings like swimming pools or locker rooms. In actuality, verrucas are not extremely contagious, and the reason why some people are more likely to contract them is unknown.

How do I respond if I have a verruca?
If you have a verruca, there is no harm in leaving it alone because, according to research, most of the time, the body’s natural defences will fight it off without any therapy.

Treatment for verrucas in podiatry
Although there are several treatment options for verruca, no single treatment is 100% guaranteed to be effective. Some people will respond well to some treatments, while others may not. A podiatrist can remove the hard skin that may form over the verruca to ease discomfort, but this won’t “remove” the verruca in a single session. Verrucas have roots and cannot just be “cut out.” During your initial evaluation, a podiatrist can offer advice on the best course of action for managing your verruca. In the future, it will be crucial to avoid picking up the area and to always wear footwear in public spaces.
Options for treating verruca include:

Debridement: is the removal of the thicker tissue that covers the verruca; this procedure is typically painless and relieves discomfort brought on by the accumulation of extra tissue. This procedure frequently results in bleeding, which may trigger an immune response that eliminates the verruca. This treatment is offered at each of our facilities.

(Keratolytic) acid

When acid is applied to the verruca, the affected tissue can be destroyed. The acid is typically applied every two to four weeks and is left in place for a while. This is a treatment that we offer at every facility.

Cryotherapy 

Cryotherapy uses cold temperatures to destroy tissue. Nitrous oxide or liquid nitrogen is typically given to the verruca under careful supervision. This potentially unpleasant operation is often carried out once every one to four weeks. This is a treatment that we offer at every facility.