What should I do if new warts grow around the area after freezing common warts?

Written by Huang Ling Juan
Dermatology
Updated on September 03, 2024
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After cryotherapy for common warts, it is common for new warts to appear around the treated area. This is because common warts are caused by an infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), a type of viral skin disease that tends to recur. Persistence in treatment is necessary in such cases. Treatments such as liquid nitrogen cryotherapy, carbon dioxide laser therapy, or high-frequency electronic ion cautery can be used. The occurrence of common warts is usually related to decreased immune function in the body. Therefore, it might be beneficial to use immunomodulators, such as interferon or thymopeptides enteric capsules, which have certain inhibitory effects. Concurrently, some traditional Chinese medicines that clear heat and detoxify, soothe the wind and balance the liver, along with other topical Chinese herbal treatments, can be used. A combined approach of Chinese and Western medicine often results in better outcomes. It is also important to engage in appropriate exercise to boost the body's immune system.

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Can common warts be cut with scissors?

Common warts should not be cut with scissors. Common warts are a type of viral skin infection caused by the human papillomavirus resulting in benign growths. Using scissors to cut them can easily lead to further infections, so it is not recommended to use scissors to remove common warts. If you have common warts, you can visit the dermatology department of a standard hospital. If the warts are small, you can apply creams containing retinoic acid or imiquimod cream. If topical medications are not effective, treatments like liquid nitrogen freezing or carbon dioxide laser treatment can be employed. The occurrence of common warts is also somewhat related to a decrease in the body's immune function, so it is important to exercise regularly to boost the immune system and avoid staying up late.

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Is a common wart an HPV carrier?

Common warts are caused by HPV, the human papillomavirus, which infects the skin and mucous membranes, causing benign growths that appear as various types of warts. Clinically common types include ordinary warts, flat warts, plantar warts, and genital warts, among others. Common warts are also known as verruca vulgaris, predominantly caused by HPV type 2, and they mainly occur between the ages of 5 and 20 but can also appear in other age groups. Due to autoinoculation, they can occur on any part of the body, primarily on the hands. Common precipitating factors include hand injuries or conditions involving swelling and soaking. Typical lesions are the size of a soybean or larger, grey-brown, brown, or flesh-colored papules with a rough surface, hard texture, and may have a cauliflower-like or papillomatous growth.

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How long does it take for common warts to fall off after they turn black?

After common warts turn black, they generally fall off within about a week. Common warts, also known as verruca vulgaris, are primarily caused by infection with the human papillomavirus, typically by the type 2 HPV virus. The occurrence of common warts is associated with numerous factors; they often arise when the body's immune system is weakened, or when warts already present are frequently scratched, which can lead to inoculation infection. Common warts can occur on various parts of the body and are commonly found on the hands. The hands are particularly susceptible if they are kept in water for prolonged periods, which can easily trigger the appearance of common warts. Typical lesions of common warts are pea-sized or larger, gray-brown or brown papules with a rough surface and hard texture, forming papillomatous proliferations. If common warts appear, treatment options such as liquid nitrogen freezing or carbon dioxide laser treatment are available at hospitals.

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Can a common wart that hasn't ruptured be contagious?

Common warts are contagious even without broken skin. Common warts are caused by an infection with a subtype of the human papillomavirus (HPV). The disease is primarily transmitted through contact with each other, and it is not necessary for the surface to have wounds or cuts in order to spread. Therefore, once this disease is detected, it must be treated promptly and properly, such as going to the dermatology department of a hospital to use methods like cryotherapy or laser. It may not be completely cured in one session and might require multiple treatments to fully resolve. Only after it is completely cured and the source of infection is eliminated, will it no longer spread to oneself or others around. It is important to maintain cleanliness and hygiene, and it is advisable not to keep small animals at home.

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What should I do if common warts keep recurring?

Common warts, which are recurring, can be treated using cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen. If cryotherapy is not effective, it is recommended to use carbon dioxide laser treatment. Common warts are caused by the infection of human papillomavirus, and they are a contagious and recurrent skin disease. The recurrence is primarily related to a decrease in immunity. When recurrent outbreaks occur, it is important to strengthen physical exercise to enhance immunity. Medications that enhance immune health might be used as well, such as taking oral transfer factor solution or using transfer factor capsules. Additionally, it is important to avoid staying up late, to eat a diet rich in fresh vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins, and to potentially utilize traditional Chinese medicine and herbal decoctions to enhance one’s immune capabilities.