Warts can be both annoying and painful but understanding what causes them can help in finding the right removal method. Here’s a guide to what causes warts and some of the most common ways to treat them.
What Causes Warts?
Warts are caused by certain strains of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). There are over 130 known types of HPV, and it’s a virus that many people will carry at some point in their lives. Much like the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1), which causes cold sores, many people can have HPV without it ever causing a wart. However, warts are more likely to appear when the immune system is weakened, giving the virus a chance to become active.
Who Is Most at Risk of Getting Warts?
Those with compromised immune systems are more susceptible to warts. This includes:
- Children & Teenagers: Their immune systems are still developing, and they often have greater exposure to communal environments.
- Older Adults: Those with weaker immune systems are more prone to wart outbreaks.
Where Do People Get Infected with HPV?
HPV can enter the body through broken skin like cuts or lesions. Common infection sites include public pools, showers, gyms, and yoga studios. Walking barefoot in these areas increases the likelihood of contracting HPV. Genital warts are typically spread through sexual contact.
Common Types of Warts
Here are some common types of warts that can appear on various parts of the body:
- Common Wart (Verruca Vulgaris): Usually appears on the hands but can grow anywhere. They are raised with a rough surface.
- Plantar Wart (Verruca Plantaris): Found on the soles of the feet, these warts are hard and often painful, with black specks in the centre.
- Flat Wart (Verruca Plana): Small, flesh-coloured warts that occur in large numbers, often on the face, neck, hands, or knees.
- Mosaic Wart: A cluster of plantar warts, usually found on the hands or soles of the feet.
- Periungual Wart: A cauliflower-like cluster of warts that appear around the nails.
- Genital Wart: Sexually transmitted warts located on the genitalia.
Common Wart Removal Methods
Choosing the right method for wart removal depends on the type, size, and location of the wart, as well as the individual's medical history. Always consult a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, dermatologist, or podiatrist, especially for warts on the feet.
Some of the most common removal methods include:
- Cryotherapy (freezing)
- Topical products containing salicylic acid
- Laser treatments
- Surgical removal
Some of these conventional removal methods are not always options for people with low or weakened immune systems. For a gentle, effective alternative to conventional treatments, we recommend Spirularin® VS Wart Cream.
Spirularin® VS Wart Cream – The Natural, Painless Solution
Spirularin® VS Wart Cream provides an innovative, naturally active solution for the painless and wound-free removal of warts.
The unique microalgae extract Spiralin® contained in Spirularin® VS Wart Cream covers skin cells with an antiviral protective layer. This protective layer prevents the virus from entering into healthy cells. High-quality nurturing ingredients such as willow bark extract and zinc restore balance to wart-prone skin to also reduce risk of reinfection.
How It Works: Spiralin® forms an antiviral protective layer on the skin, preventing the virus from infecting healthy cells. This breaks the viral lifecycle. With regular use, the cream helps to naturally "grow out" the wart by protecting healthy skin and allowing infected cells to disappear, without causing open wounds or scars. This reduces the risk of warts returning.
Why Choose Spirularin® VS Wart Cream?
- Safe for All Ages: Ideal for children, pregnant women, and even diabetics.
- Painless Application: No harsh acids, no freezing, and no surgical procedures.
- Natural Ingredients: Made in Germany with 100% natural ingredients, free from animal testing.
- Versatile Use: Effective on warts anywhere on the body, including plantar and mosaic warts, with fuss-free twice-daily application.
FAQS
Is Spirularin VS Wart Cream safe to use "down there"?
Genital warts are not uncommon and all the trickier to take care of due to their delicate location. While it pays to have them checked out and tested by a healthcare professional, Spirularin® VS Wart Cream can safely be applied anywhere on the body.
How do I apply Spirularin® VS Wart Cream?
Massage a thin layer of the cream into the wart and 2-3 cm of the surrounding healthy skin, 2x daily - morning & night. Do not cover with plasters or band aids. Diligent application is key!
Spirularin VS Wart Cream should be massaged into the healthy tissue as well, as it works by disrupting the virus' lifecycle and protecting the healthy cells against the wart-causing Human Papilloma Virus.
Is Spirularin VS Wart Cream safe for diabetics?
Spirularin® VS Wart Cream can safely be applied anywhere and by anyone - including diabetics & children (over the age of 3).
How long will Spirularin® VS Wart Cream take to work?
It won't happen overnight and it depends on the type of wart, but one tube used twice daily is generally enough for a regular sized wart. The wart may sometimes appear to get bigger as it is growing out. This is a good sign as it means the infected cells are being brought to the surface.
Not only is the antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial & cell-regenerative action of the key active ingredient in Spirularin® VS Wart Cream clinically proven, but while it will also take some time to grow out the warts, two things accelerate the process:
1. willow bark extract which is a milder, more tolerated form of salicylic acid to gently exfoliate skin to strip down the HPV-infected layers faster
2. the cell-regenerative properties of the Spiralin active ingredient help accelerate cell-renewal which also "pushes" the wart out quicker.
Does Spirularin® VS Wart Cream make the wart hurt?
No! It's gentle, painless and won't leave a scar, unlike other traditional treatments like laser and surgery. Most “over-the-counter” products you'll get at the chemist peel away the layers of the skin infected by the virus, which also causes damage to the healthy skin tissue – this in turn again makes it easier for the virus to spread, which often results in warts coming back just as quickly as they've disappeared.
Spirularin® VS Wart Cream works by protecting the healthy skin cells until the infected tissue is "grown out", there are no open wounds or scarring left behind. Ingredients such as zinc and willow bark acid also help restore balance to skin prone to developing warts, to further reduce risk of reinfection long term.
Are plantar warts painful?
Yes, plantar warts can be painful, especially when they grow on the bottom of the feet. The pressure from standing or walking can push the wart deeper into the skin, causing discomfort.
Can warts go away on their own?
Yes, some warts will eventually go away on their own as the immune system fights the virus. However, this can take months or even years. If warts are painful or spreading, it’s best to seek treatment.
When should I see a podiatrist for warts?
You should see a podiatrist if:
- The wart becomes painful or causes discomfort when walking.
- Over-the-counter treatments are not effective.
- The wart is spreading or you have multiple warts.
- You have diabetes or a weakened immune system and develop warts.
Can I prevent warts from coming back?
To prevent warts from returning:
- Continue to practice good foot hygiene.
- Avoid touching warts or picking at them to prevent spreading the virus.
- Wear shoes in public places and keep your feet dry to reduce the likelihood of reinfection.