Warts
Trusted Care for Your Skin
Dr. Cynthia Abban
Warts, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), are a common skin condition often found on the hands, fingers, and around the nails. They typically appear as small, fleshy peas but can vary in size. Warts may also cluster near the elbows and knees. While generally harmless, warts can be bothersome and unsightly. Over-the-counter remedies may not be effective, prompting many individuals to seek professional wart removal services from Dr. Cynthia Abban at MCS Dermatology in Elk Grove Village, IL. Serving patients from Elk Grove Village and the surrounding areas, including Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Glenview, and Roselle, Dr. Abban provides expert wart removal treatments. Schedule a consultation today to receive personalized care.
Symptoms of Warts
Warts present as grainy, tender lumps with a fleshy texture, often surrounded by rough skin. Their appearance and location vary, depending on the type:
Plantar warts (foot warts):
- Develop on the soles of the feet
- Appear as brown or flesh-colored lumps with small black spots (clotted blood vessels)
Treatments for Warts
Following your initial treatment, warts may reappear, making it essential to choose an effective treatment to reduce future outbreaks. Freezing a wart is a common method that can be quite successful. Dr. Abban uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the wart, causing a blister to form around it. The frozen tissue will then fall off within a week. Cantharidin, a chemical that induces skin inflammation, is another option to remove warts. This chemical is applied to the skin to create a blister around the wart, and it is favored for its minimal discomfort. Other treatment options include electrosurgery (burning), cryotherapy (freezing), curetting (scraping), cutting away the wart, laser treatments, chemical peels, bleomycin injections, or immunotherapy for more stubborn warts.
If you are struggling with warts and looking for an effective solution, contact MCS Dermatology today to explore your treatment options.
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