Warts and Verruca are small lumps that often develop on the skin of the hands and feet.

Warts are non-cancerous, but can resemble certain cancers. Most people will have warts at some point in their life. They tend to affect children and teenagers more than adults. Warts are small lumps that often develop on the skin of the hands and feet. Most people will have warts at some point in their life. They tend to affect children and teenagers more than adults.

Verrucas, also known as plantar warts, are a specific type of wart that occurs on the soles of the feet. They are typically found on weight-bearing areas, such as the heels or balls of the feet. Verrucas can be distinguished by their location and characteristic appearance. They often have a hard, thickened skin layer covering them, and they may cause pain or discomfort while walking or standing.

Both warts and verrucas are caused by HPV, but different strains of the virus are responsible for their development. They can be contracted through breaks in the skin or in moist environments like public swimming pools or locker rooms. Certain factors, such as a weakened immune system or prolonged exposure to the virus, can increase the risk of developing warts or verrucas.

You might decide to treat your wart if it is painful, or in an area that is causing discomfort or embarrassment. Treatment for warts is not always completely effective, and a wart will sometimes return following treatment.