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Warts & Verrucae in Children: Treatment in West Auckland

Gentle, professional podiatry care to treat painful or persistent plantar warts in children.

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What are Warts & Verrucae in Children?

What are Warts & Verrucae in Children?

Warts (also called verrucae when they appear on the soles of the feet) are caused by a viral infection of the skin. They are common in children and spread easily in damp environments such as swimming pools, changing rooms, and school showers.

Most warts are harmless and may resolve on their own over time. However, some become painful, multiply, or interfere with walking and sport, making treatment beneficial.

At Norwest Podiatry, we assess warts carefully and provide gentle, effective treatment options when needed.

Symptoms of Warts & Verrucae in Children

  • Small rough or grainy growths on the sole of the foot
  • Black pinpoints within the lesion
  • Pain when walking or pressing on the area
  • Thickened skin over the wart
  • Clusters of warts (mosaic warts)
  • Changes in skin texture or colour
Symptoms of Warts & Verrucae in Children

Common Causes of Warts in Children

  • Exposure to the virus in communal wet areas
  • Minor cuts or breaks in the skin
  • Barefoot walking in pools or changing rooms
  • Weakened skin barrier
  • Direct contact with infected surfaces

Your Child’s Wart Treatment Journey at Norwest Podiatry

We confirm the diagnosis, assess size, number, pain level, and skin condition.
Treatment
Treatment is tailored to your child’s age, comfort, and wart type.
Advice
You’ll receive guidance on hygiene, home care, and reducing spread.
Follow-Up
Follow-up may be recommended depending on treatment response.

Treatment Options and Prevention Tips for Warts

Treatment Options

  • Safe debridement (removal of thick skin)
  • Topical treatments
  • Protective padding to reduce pressure
  • Monitoring in mild cases
  • Advanced treatment options where appropriate

Prevention Tips

  • Wear footwear in public wet areas
  • Avoid picking or scratching warts
  • Keep feet clean and dry
  • Do not share towels or footwear
  • Cover warts during swimming
Treatment Options and Prevention Tips for Warts
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Frequently Asked Questions: Warts & Verrucae in Children

Yes. They spread through direct contact or shared surfaces.

No. Many resolve naturally. Treatment is recommended if painful or persistent.

We use gentle approaches suitable for children.

Some warts resolve quickly, others take longer.

Yes. Reinfection can occur.

No referral is required.

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