PLANTAR WARTS

Plantar warts, also known as foot sole warts, are small, hard, rough skin growths that typically occur on the soles of the feet and toes. These are usually painless, but warts on the weight-bearing surface can cause discomfort and pain.

Plantar warts are caused by a type of virus called the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). The virus spreads through small cracks and wounds on the skin.

Plantar warts have a hard, raised, and rough surface and can be the same color as the surrounding skin or darker. They typically have black dots in the center, which are cross sections of blood vessels.

Yes, plantar warts are contagious. They can spread from person to person through direct skin contact or from shared surfaces. Walking barefoot in public places, especially in changing rooms and swimming pools, can increase the risk of infection.

Yes, plantar warts can occur at any age. However, children and adolescents, those with weak immune systems, and those who have not been exposed to the HPV virus before are more susceptible.

Yes, in some cases, plantar warts can go away on their own. However, this usually takes time and can sometimes take years. Most warts are stubborn and require treatment.

In our wart treatment center in Silivri, all methods are used for the treatment of plantar warts. We generally prefer fractional laser because this treatment usually gives faster results and is applied in a single session. Also, fractional laser treatment affects healthy skin to the least degree, which speeds up the healing process and reduces the risk of complications.

However, every wart is different, and in some cases, alternative treatment methods such as radiofrequency or electrocautery may be more appropriate. Radiofrequency can be effective in the treatment of deep or broad warts depending on the size and location of the warts. It is an effective method for warts on the eyelid. Electrocautery works by burning the warts with an electric current and then allowing the body to discard them.

Each treatment approach has its own advantages and potential risks. Therefore, the choice of the most appropriate treatment method depends on the type, size, and location of the wart, the patient's overall health, and personal preferences. Considering all these factors, we determine your treatment plan according to your individual needs.

What kind of side effects can occur in the treatment of plantar warts?

Laser therapy, electrocoagulation, and radiofrequency can often cause pain, redness, swelling, bruising, and skin color changes. More rarely, infection, scar formation, and loss of sensation in the treated area can occur. Topical treatments can often cause skin irritation, redness, burning, itching, or peeling, and can also cause skin irritation by affecting the surrounding healthy skin. The side effects of cryotherapy are usually pain, redness, swelling, and bruising; in more severe cases, permanent skin color change or scar formation may occur. Although cantharidin is a painless application, the blistering and peeling process can be painful. In rare cases, an infection may occur in the area where the application is made. Immunotherapy usually leads to mild and temporary side effects, which include redness on the skin, blisters, itching, or peeling of the skin. More serious side effects may be systemic reactions or pain in the vaccine application area.

Untreated plantar warts usually become larger and spread. They can also cause discomfort and pain and affect walking. Warts on the sole of the foot can spread to the hands over time. Also, if plantar warts are not treated over time, they can spread to other family members.

To prevent the spread of plantar warts, keep your feet dry and clean, change sweaty socks, wear slippers in public places, avoid touching warts directly, and use bandages on cuts or wounds.

Home wart treatment methods include over-the-counter topical medications. However, such drugs often lead to waste of time and the warts spreading further.

Plantar warts usually grow and spread over time. If the warts continue to grow, cause pain, bleed, or change color, this may indicate that the warts are getting worse.

There is a direct link between hand warts and plantar warts because both types of warts are caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). There are hundreds of types of this virus, and different types cause different types of warts. However, usually, specific types of HPV are responsible for hand and plantar warts. Both types of warts are highly contagious. If there is a wart on the hand and the person touches the soles of the feet, it can be transmitted to the soles of the feet. Similarly, warts on the sole of the foot can spread to the hands. It is important to remember that HPV can easily spread to other family members. This usually happens through direct skin-to-skin contact or by sharing a surface (e.g., a common towel, shoe, or swimming pool). Therefore, it is important to pay attention to hygiene rules and avoid direct contact with warts to prevent wart formation.

Yes, plantar warts can be more common in children and teenagers. Children often do not wear shoes that will protect their feet or often walk barefoot, which makes them more vulnerable. In addition, children's immune systems are usually less developed than adults', making them more susceptible to warts.

A doctor specializing in warts usually diagnoses plantar warts by looking at their appearance. In cases of doubt, the diagnosis is made with a skin biopsy.

Plantar warts do not cause cancer.

Yes, there is a relationship between the immune system and warts. Individuals with a weak immune system are more susceptible to warts and treating warts can be more difficult.

The HPV vaccine provides protection against types of HPV that typically cause genital warts and some types of cancer. The current HPV vaccines provide protection against HPV types 16 and 18, which typically lead to cervical cancer, vulvar cancer, vaginal cancer, and anogenital warts. Some HPV vaccines also provide protection against HPV types 6 and 11, which typically cause the formation of genital warts. However, the types of HPV that frequently cause plantar warts (typically HPV types 1, 2, 4, 27, and 57) are not included in HPV vaccines. Therefore, HPV vaccines do not provide protection against plantar warts.

Plantar warts generally do not lead to serious complications. However, large or painful warts can make walking difficult. Also, scratching or tearing at warts can cause them to spread to other areas.

The diagnosis and treatment of foot warts should be performed by experienced specialist doctors. If you have foot warts and want to get treated, you can apply to our center in Silivri. Our center, managed by Op. Dr. Eser Ağar, has extensive experience and equipment in the diagnosis and treatment of warts. Together with our expert team, we carry out the treatment of your foot warts in a safe and effective way. In necessary cases, we can apply various modern treatment options such as laser treatment, radiofrequency, electrocauterization. If you want to get more information about foot warts, you can call our phone number 0505 260 72 38. To get preliminary information about the wart treatment process and prices, you can send a clear photo of your warts to the phone number 0 850 490 14 78. We can get in touch with you to evaluate your situation and determine the most appropriate treatment method. Do not hesitate to contact us for any questions, we are here to help you.

The cost of foot wart treatment varies depending on the extent, size of the warts, and the anesthesia to be applied. Our treatment fees are not secret. You can reach us from the numbers 0505 260 72 38 and 0 850 490 14 78 and get information about the treatment process and prices from our experts in warts. To get information about the prices, you can send a clear photo of your warts to the phone number 0 850 490 14 78. We can contact you to evaluate your situation and determine the price.

After the treatment of plantar warts, the care of the treated area is very important. Make sure to keep the area clean and dry. The treated area may be painful for the first few days; you can use painkillers. If the wart does not fully go away or the symptoms do not improve, consult a doctor again.

Yes, after the treatment of plantar warts, there is a risk that the treated warts will reoccur. Therefore, avoid walking barefoot in public areas, take care not to share your personal items (towel, slippers, shoes, etc.) with others. Paying attention to foot hygiene, regularly washing and drying your feet is also important.