Warts are small, rough lumps or growths on your skin caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). You can get them anywhere, but warts are most common on your hands, knees and feet. A wart on the sole of your foot is called a verruca.
If you're looking for professional wart or verruca removal in Gloucestershire, Finesse Skin Clinic offers safe and effective solutions tailored to your needs.
There are four main types of warts caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). They look different but are all essentially caused the same way. There are over 150 different types of HPV but most warts are caused by only a few specific types.
These are firm, round, raised growths with a rough surface, which can look like a very small cauliflower. They are generally skin coloured, but often have tiny black dots on the surface. They’re most commonly found on your hands or knees. They are usually a few millimetres across but can range from the size of a pinpoint to 1cm across.
These are warts on the soles of your feet. They may have tiny black dots in the centre and can be painful when you put weight on them. They tend to look quite flat because of the pressure put on them. Sometimes, if you have clusters of verrucas, they can fuse together. These are called mosaic warts.
This is a round, smooth growth that’s often yellow in colour. They may be flat or slightly raised. You may have one, a few grouped together or even a group of hundreds of these warts. They most commonly appear on your face, neck, the back of your hands or your legs.
These are caused by different types of HPV than the other types of wart. They are spread by sexual contact and are the most commonly diagnosed sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the UK. If you have these warts, it’s important to go to a STI clinic for further advice. They are treated differently to other types of wart.
Many people with warts worry about how they look, especially if they’re on your hands or face. But apart from their appearance, warts and verrucas don’t usually cause any symptoms. You may find them uncomfortable or painful if they’re on your feet or near your nail beds. Sometimes common warts may crack and bleed.
Warts and verrucas are usually harmless and go away by themselves without treatment. In children, about half go away within a year, and about two-thirds disappear within two years. It may take longer for warts and verrucas to clear up for adults – in some cases up to 10 years.
Warts do not cause you any harm, but some people may find them embarrassing. You can treat warts if they bother you or are painful.
At Finesse Skin Clinic, we specialise in safe and effective wart and verruca removal using cryotherapy at our clinic in Gloucestershire.
The CryoPen IQ Pro Liquid Pen is a CE and FDA-registered device, which employs advanced cryotherapy technology to precisely freeze and eliminate warts and verrucas, without the need for surgery.
If you’re considering wart or verruca removal in Gloucestershire, we invite you to schedule a consultation at Finesse Skin Clinic. During your visit, we’ll assess your skin tags and determine if our cryotherapy treatment is suitable for you.
Cryotherapy is a treatment that involves the controlled application of extreme cold to destroy unwanted tissue. At Finesse Skin Clinic, we use the Cryo IQ PRO Liquid Pen, a CE and FDA registered medical-grade device, to emit a fine jet of Nitrous Oxide gas under high pressure. This precision freezing effectively targets warts, leading to their removal without damaging surrounding healthy tissue.
Yes, Cryotherapy is considered a safe and effective method for removing warts. The Cryo IQ PRO Liquid Pen used at Finesse Skin Clinic ensures precise application, minimising the risk to surrounding healthy tissue. Additionally, this device achieves the correct temperature for cryonecrosis at -27°C, making it more effective than over-the-counter treatments.
In addition to warts, Cryotherapy at Finesse Skin Clinic can effectively treat various benign skin lesions, including verrucas, skin tags, age spots, pigmentation patches, milia, cherry angiomas, and other benign lesions.
Finesse Skin Clinic offers expert Cryotherapy treatments using advanced technology like the Cryo IQ PRO Liquid Pen. Our treatments are safe, precise, and effective for removing various skin lesions. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive consultation to discuss your skin concerns and expectations, ensuring personalised care.
Warts and verrucas are typically caused by direct skin contact or by touching surfaces contaminated with the human papilloma virus (HPV). While they are contagious, the risk of transmission is relatively low. You can reduce the chance of spreading or catching warts and verrucas by following these precautions:
Avoid touching other people’s warts or verrucas.
Don’t share towels, shoes, or socks.
Wear flip-flops in communal showers.
Cover your wart or verruca with a waterproof plaster when swimming.
Don’t scratch or pick at them, as this can increase the risk of spreading.
If using nail files or pumice stones on a wart or verruca, avoid using them on other areas of your skin.
These steps can help protect both you and others from the spread of HPV-related skin lesions.
