What Causes Warts?
Jan 18, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Common warts are a common benign skin growth; however, they are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection within the body. These warts can affect an individual’s appearance. HPV can be transmitted either directly or indirectly. Infection may occur when an individual has compromised immunity, engages in skin-to-skin contact, or sustains skin trauma resulting in breaks in the skin barrier.
Warts are virus-induced benign growths—roughly the size of soybeans—that develop on the skin surface. They can appear anywhere on the body. Unless they show signs of malignancy, small warts or those located in inconspicuous areas may be left untreated. However, facial warts—particularly those affecting appearance—are commonly removed via laser therapy or cryotherapy using liquid nitrogen. So, what exactly causes warts to develop?
What Causes Warts?
Warts—clinically termed “common warts”—are often caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection.
Common warts are a frequent type of superficial skin lesion. When HPV infects the body, it can trigger the development of common warts on the skin surface, potentially compromising one’s appearance. HPV spreads through direct or indirect contact. Infection is more likely when immunity is compromised, during skin-to-skin contact, or following skin trauma or breaks in the epidermis. Symptoms may include small, raised skin lesions, recurrent itching, or pain. Early consultation at a reputable medical facility—and treatment by an experienced physician using laser therapy—is recommended. Laser treatment penetrates deeply into the skin, enabling complete removal of the wart.
During treatment, adjust your diet accordingly: avoid spicy or highly irritating foods such as chili peppers, ginger, and garlic. Instead, increase intake of vegetables and fruits—for example, apples, bananas, and spinach—and spend moderate time outdoors in sunlight to boost your immune resistance.
To better prevent warts, maintain regular physical exercise to strengthen immunity; practice good personal and public hygiene to minimize exposure to infectious sources; and adopt dietary strategies that support detoxification. A nutritionally balanced diet also contributes meaningfully to wart prevention. Although warts are contagious, they are not a serious medical condition and can be fully resolved with appropriate, timely treatment.
We hope the above information is helpful to you. Wishing you good health and happiness!
