Warts
Warts that are found on the skin are called “common warts” and they are local growths in the skin that are caused by the human papillomavirus, which is the same virus that causes cervical cancer in women. There have been over 100 types of HPVs that have been associated with warts that are found on the skin.
It is usually warned that warts are contagious, but it is very possible for just one family member to have them. They may also just affect one part of the body, such as the feet, the hands, or various other areas without spreading to other areas of the body at any time.
Warts can also come in very unique shapes. For instance, an individual may develop warts on the face that are in a horseshoe shape. They can also develop on the lips and in the corner of the mouth. Warts to affect anyone, but they are most common in children ages 12 to 16. It is believed that 10% of the general population has warts, with 20% of those with the condition being schoolchildren. Those who have HIV, chemotherapy, or organ transplants may also be more susceptible to warts. This is because their immune system has been weakened.
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