Verrucas are small, rough lumps that often have tiny black dots under the hard skin. They are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and can be easily spread through direct skin contact or by floors and surfaces contaminated with the virus. This virus thrives in moist, damp conditions, such as changing room floors, swimming pools and communal showers. The virus is highly contagious so be advised to cover verrucas with plasters and try to not to be barefoot in public areas. Verrucas commonly appear on the soles of the feet and around the toe area. Although harmless verrucas can cause a sharp, burning pain if you get one on a weight-bearing part of your foot as they canpress on the nerves when you walk.
What can we do?
- We can treat with Verrutop which is a painless, professional topical solution that is highly effective intreating verrucas and warts by drying out the infected tissue.
- Strong salicylic acid 60% treatment removes the dead layers of skin which triggers the immune system into clearing the virus.
- Cryotherapy is a controlled treatment used to destroy the tissue of the verruca by freezing This is a standard treatment for verrucas using liquid nitrogen.
- Silver nitrate works by destroying thin layers of tissue at a As one layer of skin dies, the next layer of silver nitrate must be applied to ensure all of the verruca is destroyed.
How to ease them
- Over the counter gels, ointments and sprays can be used.
- Plasters for comfort and to stop the spread of the virus.
- Avoid bare feet in communal areas.
- Soak in warm water to soften the are.
- Pumice or file dead skin away.
- Avoid touching the affected area and wash hands after touching the verruca,
- Avoid sharing towels, flannels, And make sure feet are kept clean and dry.