Southeastern Pennsylvania Foot Wart Removal

Professional Foot Care Services in Newtown & Warminster

A plantar wart is a small growth that often occurs on the hands and feet. It is caused by a strain of the HPV virus, which can enter the body through small cuts in the skin. Plantar warts are not usually a cause for concern, however, it can take several months for a wart to go away and some people wish to have them professionally removed.

At Bux-Mont Foot & Ankle Care Centers, we remove warts that appear on the toe or foot using safe, non-invasive treatments. If you are worried that your wart is more serious than the typical plantar wart, we can examine it and perform the appropriate intervention.

Call (215) 392-4009 or contact us online to schedule your wart removal in Pennsylvania today.

When to Seek Medical Attention for Your Wart

A wart should appear as a small, discolored bump on the skin. You may see small black spots on top of it, which are blood vessels that have grown into the wart. The wart may be painful when pressed, but it should not bother you too much. In reality, a wart is just an overgrowth of skin cells.

However, your wart may be something more serious if it bleeds, changes color, and resists conservative treatments. If you experience significant pain when touching the wart, this is also unusual. Patients with diabetes or neuropathy may also want to have a wart examined as they are more susceptible to serious infections.

Safe Wart Removal Practices

Do not attempt to cut a wart out of the skin. You need to cut deep into the skin to remove the root of the wart and this should never be attempted by anyone other than a trained medical professional. Even when you remove a wart, the HPV virus will forever be in your system so you will likely develop another one in the future. Talk with our care professional for tips on what you can do to prevent warts or make them go away faster when they do appear.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I prevent the spread of foot warts to other family members?

Preventing the spread of foot warts is crucial. Here are some key preventative measures:

• Maintain good hygiene: Wash your feet daily with soap and water, and dry them thoroughly, especially between the toes.
• Avoid walking barefoot in public places: Wear shower shoes or sandals in public showers, locker rooms, and swimming pools.   
• Do not share personal items: Avoid sharing towels, socks, or shoes with others.
• Keep your feet dry: Moisture promotes the growth of HPV. Wear breathable socks and change them regularly.
• Cover warts: If you have a wart, cover it with a bandage to prevent spreading the virus.
• Disinfect surfaces: Clean and disinfect surfaces that may have come into contact with the wart, such as shower floors.

By following these precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of spreading foot warts to your family and others.

Book Your Pennsylvania Foot Wart Removal Appointment Today by calling (215) 392-4009 or contacting us online.