Viral Warts

1. Having Viral warts-Here is Why?

About

Dry skin and itchiness on the surface, which can wet and soften the skin.

As many as 1 in 3 children and teenagers are estimated to have warts, but only 3 to 5 percent of adults. This is probably because the immune system becomes better able to prevent their development over time. [1]

- Requires a medical diagnosis if symptoms persist
- Lab tests are required immediately
- Can happen to anyone
- Mostly contagious

Viral warts are caused by the infection of the human papillomavirus, which is present in the outer layers of the skin. Most of these warts occur in areas that are moist and unwashed. Some of warts can often produce dry skin and itchiness on the surface, which can wet and soften the skin and make it fragile to unforeseen conditions.

Ages affected - Often: between 20-30 years; More often: between 30-40 years; Fewer: 40+ years

Symptoms

Symptoms include stark itchiness on the surface layers of the skin and produce extreme dry skin that can be extremely fragile to touch.

People may experience
Pain areas – Feet, thumbs, underarms.
Cracked skin – Around the lip area
Pus – Produces pus-like substances when they swell and dry up
Skin issues - Unexplained redness, irritation, rash

Treatment

Self-care: For cracked skin and dryness, apply moisturizer and other ointments to keep the skin hydrated and healthy.

Medications: For swelling and redness, topical cream such as salicylic acid or lactic acid can be links here used to peel off the dead skin.

Specialists: For other kinds, consult a skin specialist. At mfine, we are here to help you with your problems and find the perfect answers for them.