What is a verruca?

A verruca is a wart on the foot caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV).
They commonly occur on the soles of the feet and toes. Verruca can be
contagious and transmitted through direct person-to-person contact.
They tend to be common in children, teenagers, young adults and people
who use communal changing rooms.

A verruca usually occurs on feet and toes and can be uncomfortable and
painful. They easily spread to other people so need to be covered up
and can be treated.

Risk factors include:

• Injuries to the skin.

• Skin infections that break the skin surface.

• Frequently getting the hands wet.

• Hands or feet that sweat heavily

• Swimming in public swimming pools.

• Nail biting.

• Direct contact with other people’s warts.

• Scratching or shaving your own warts, which can spread the infection to other areas of your body.

Your Foot Health Practitioner will examine your verruca, check your feet and introduce effective treatment.

Your feet will love it!