In the realm of common skin ailments, warts stand out as particularly vexing. These small, benign growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) can be both unsightly and contagious. While they may ...

Periungual warts form around the fingernails and toenails. They can be difficult to treat because of their location. See a doctor if you suspect this type of wart. Periungual warts start small, about ...

So, you've got a growth on your hand that wasn't there a week ago. Chances are, if you recently got a scrape or cut, a virus known as the human papillomavirus has entered your body. This new growth ...

Medically reviewed by Katlein Franca, MD Key Takeaways A wart is a hard bump caused by a virus and can be removed with over-the-counter products.  A skin tag is a soft flap of skin usually found in ...

Warts are one of the great mysteries of medicine. They appear almost magically, for no apparent reason. They often disappear just as mysteriously. When these ugly growths appear on fingers or hands, ...

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Warts are a common problem for all ages, however they are more frequent in children and young adults. Board-Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Steven Lewellis at Above and Beyond ...

Warts often appear without warning: suddenly rough, raised bumps on fingers, hands, or feet that seem impossible to shift. And because, let’s be honest, it’s not the sexiest topic of conversation, ...

Common warts are caused by an infection of the top layer of the skin from human papillomavirus. The infection causes the skin cells to grow quickly, which leads to the development of the wart. Warts ...