{"id":749,"date":"2016-04-14T13:19:12","date_gmt":"2016-04-14T13:19:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/?p=749"},"modified":"2016-04-14T13:19:12","modified_gmt":"2016-04-14T13:19:12","slug":"avoiding-plantar-warts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/avoiding-plantar-warts\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoiding Plantar Warts"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Find out what you can do to prevent plantar warts from happening to you.<\/em><\/p>\n

There seem to be a multitude of old wives\u2019 tales that tout interesting and sometimes funny ways to remove warts. However, instead of finding unique ways to get rid of your warts, it\u2019s even better if you can prevent them from happening in the first place. While it can be difficult to avoid the virus that causes plantar warts, there are some measures you can take to try to prevent yourself from coming in contact with this common virus.<\/p>\n

What causes plantar warts?<\/h4>\n

Plantar warts are caused by a virus known as the human papillomavirus (HPV). While these warts are benign, they can be unsightly, uncomfortable and embarrassing. There are several different strains of HPV responsible for producing plantar warts, growths often found on the soles of the feet. However, some people that have HPV may not even develop warts.<\/p>\n

How can you prevent exposure to the HPV virus that causes plantar warts?<\/h4>\n

While it\u2019s difficult to ever be 100 percent protected against getting plantar warts, the best way to not get them is by avoiding contact with HPV. This means not touching warts that either you or someone else may have. Some other tips include:<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t share towels, shoes or razors with anyone. Remember, someone can still have HPV and not show any visible signs.
\nAlways wear shoes in damp, warm and moist areas where the virus may thrive. This includes wearing shoes while using public locker rooms, pools or public showers.
\nPrevent irritation on the bottoms of your feet by wearing the proper shoes. Feet that have broken skin are more susceptible to developing warts.
\nAlways dry your feet, particularly after sweating. Wear absorbent socks if you find that your feet sweat frequently.
\nWhile plantar warts can be unsightly, they aren\u2019t dangerous. However, if you want to have one removed, talk to your podiatrist about at-\u00adhome treatments or come into our office to have it removed professionally.<\/p>\n

How are plantar warts treated?<\/h4>\n

There are some over\u00adthe\u00adcounter salicylic acid treatments that are effective and safe for removing warts. There are also over\u00adthe\u00adcounter cryotherapy kits that freeze off these growths. However, these kits are only safe to use on warts that develop on your hands or feet.<\/p>\n

If you aren\u2019t sure whether you have warts or if you have been diagnosed with diabetes and you\u2019re dealing with plantar warts, then it\u2019s important to seek the medical advice of your podiatrist. Call us today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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