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Warts

Warts are painless lumps on the outermost layer of the skin. They are slightly contagious. Most people have a natural immunity to warts and can’t get them. However, some people seem to lose this natural immunity and become susceptible. If this happens to you, it means you can get warts. When your immunity returns, however, the warts will go away. There is no way to know when a person’s immunity to warts will return.


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Types of Warts

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What to do About Warts
Warts on hands, feet, legs, face, or neck Symptoms can usually be treated at home. If symptoms persist, you should call your doctor for advice.
Genital or anal warts Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you.
Over age 45 and have a new wart  Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you.
Wart not responding to over-the-counter medication Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.

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