Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Some kids may take having a wart in stride; others may feel ashamed. Sometimes a child only gets one wart and forgets about it.

Warts are usually harmless, but they can certainly be an eyesore. Over time, warts usually go away by themselves. However, if you do choose to seek treatment, we’ve got you covered. Depending on the ...

In the realm of common skin ailments, warts stand out as particularly vexing. These small, benign growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) can be both unsightly and contagious. While they may ...

Dealing with a wart? Those unsightly tiny flesh-colored or pink bumps are generally harmless, says Dr. Nava Greenfield, a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York City.

There are so many skin concerns that are easy to diagnose yet hard to treat, including warts. If you haven't dealt with warts personally before, you've probably seen one on someone's finger or hand — ...

Hand warts are an easily contractible skin condition that can be passed at even the most mundane of moments, from shaking someone’s hand to sharing towels at the pool. When your skin comes in contact ...

The primary cause of warts is the human papillomavirus (HPV). This highly contagious virus can be easily transmitted through direct contact with an infected person or surface. There are over 100 ...

These common growths are stubborn, but doctors say there are several options to try. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Erica Sweeney Q: I get warts on the bottom of my feet.

What are they, how to avoid them and most importantly, how to get rid of them for good. Warts are small, mostly harmless, skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They are extremely ...

Medicare does not pay for benign wart removal for cosmetic reasons. However, it may fund the removal of malignant warts, warts that have spread to other body parts, or warts that are symptoms of ...