Warts are common skin growths caused by a viral infection and can affect both children and adults. They are especially common in school-aged children and may spread through direct contact or shared surfaces.
The dermatology team at Northstar Dermatology evaluates and treats warts for patients throughout Fort Worth, including persistent, painful, or spreading warts that have not improved with over-the-counter care. If you are looking for a Fort Worth wart dermatologist, contact Northstar Dermatology to schedule an evaluation.
Warts are growths that can develop on the skin or mucosal surfaces. They are commonly found on the hands, elbows, knees, and feet, although they can appear in other areas.
Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV. The virus causes the outer layer of the skin to thicken, creating the characteristic raised growth. Warts are contagious and may spread from person to person or from one area of the body to another. For active Fort Worth families, shared locker rooms, pools, sports equipment, and close contact may provide additional opportunities for the virus to spread.
Warts can appear in several different forms. Some occur individually, while others develop in clusters. Small black dots may sometimes be visible within a wart because of tiny blood vessels.
Common Warts: Common warts are typically rough, thickened bumps that often appear on the hands, elbows, knees, or face. They may be gray, brown, pink, or skin-colored.
Plantar Warts: Plantar warts develop on the bottoms of the feet. They can become thick and rough and may resemble calluses. Because they occur on weight-bearing areas, they may be painful when standing or walking.
Flat Warts: Flat warts are usually smaller and smoother than other types of warts. They may be pink, light brown, or skin-colored and often appear in clusters.
Filiform Warts: Filiform warts have thin, finger-like projections and commonly appear on the face.
Consider seeing a dermatologist if a wart:
Northstar Dermatology also provides evaluation and treatment for a wide range of other medical dermatology conditions.
Several treatment options are available for warts, and persistent warts may require more than one treatment session or a combination of therapies.
Treatment may include:
Because warts can be persistent, treatment often depends on the type, location, number, and response to previous therapies.
If you are searching for a wart dermatologist near you, Northstar Dermatology provides evaluation and treatment for Fort Worth patients with stubborn or spreading warts.
