Wart Treatment in The Villages, FL

What Are Warts?

Warts are noncancerous skin growths caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). They develop when the virus enters the skin through small cuts or breaks.

Warts can appear on various areas of the body and may differ in appearance depending on their location.

Common characteristics include:

• Rough skin growths
• Raised bumps
• Thickened skin
• Small black dots within the wart
• Clusters of growths
• Slow enlargement over time

Although warts are generally harmless, they can spread through direct contact or contact with contaminated surfaces.

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Common Types of Warts

Several types of warts affect the skin.

Common Warts

Common warts typically develop on the fingers, hands, and around the nails.

Plantar Warts

Plantar warts occur on the soles of the feet and may cause discomfort while walking or standing.

Flat Warts

Flat warts are smaller and smoother than other wart types and often appear in larger numbers.

Filiform Warts

These warts often develop around the face, eyelids, nose, or mouth and have a distinctive finger-like appearance.

Proper diagnosis helps determine the most effective treatment approach.

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When Should a Wart Be Treated?

Many warts eventually disappear on their own, but treatment may be recommended when they:

• Cause pain or discomfort
• Continue spreading
• Affect daily activities
• Become irritated
• Create cosmetic concerns
• Persist despite home treatment

Professional treatment is often faster and more effective than waiting for spontaneous resolution.

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Wart Treatment Options

Treatment depends on the type, location, and size of the wart.

Cryotherapy

Liquid nitrogen may be used to freeze and destroy wart tissue.

Prescription Treatments

Certain medications can help remove warts and stimulate the body’s immune response.

Minor Procedures

Some persistent warts may require in-office procedures to remove the affected tissue.

Combination Therapy

Stubborn warts sometimes respond best to a combination of treatment methods.

Dr. Gurgen will recommend the most appropriate treatment plan based on your individual condition.

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Preventing Wart Recurrence

While no treatment can completely eliminate future risk, certain steps may help reduce recurrence.

Helpful recommendations include:

• Avoid picking at warts
• Keep affected areas clean
• Avoid sharing personal items
• Wear footwear in public locker rooms
• Practice good hand hygiene

Taking preventive measures may help reduce the spread of warts to other areas of the body.

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Why Patients Choose Dr. Gurgen

Patients throughout The Villages trust Dr. Johnny Gurgen for comprehensive dermatology care and personalized treatment recommendations.

Patients choose our practice because of:

• Board-certified dermatology expertise
• Experience treating common skin growths
• Personalized treatment plans
• Comprehensive medical dermatology services
• Compassionate patient-centered care
• Convenient access for residents of The Villages and surrounding communities

Our goal is to provide effective wart treatment while helping patients maintain healthy skin.

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Schedule Your Wart Consultation

If you have a wart that is painful, spreading, or simply not going away, professional treatment may help.

Dr. Johnny Gurgen provides wart treatment and wart removal for patients throughout The Villages, Lady Lake, Wildwood, Summerfield, Leesburg, and surrounding Central Florida communities.

Contact our office today to schedule a consultation and learn more about your wart treatment options.