Warts, Pediatric

Warts (verrucae) are common, benign, and frequently self-limited epithelial growths caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection of keratinocytes.

Types of warts

• Cutaneous

  • Common wart...

Ask about risk factors for warts.

Assess history of warts in close contacts (caregiver).

Assess for immunosuppression.

For anogenital warts: Take detailed sexual history and assess risk ...

General

• Warts are often self-limited and resolve without treatment.

• 2/3 of warts will resolve within 2 years with no treatment.

• Earlier treatment may be warranted for warts that are painful or ...

2/3 of warts clear withou...

Kwok CS, Gibbs S, Bennett C, et al. Topical treatments for cutaneous warts. Cochrane Database Syst Rev.  2012;(9):CD001781. [View Abstract on OvidInsights]

Kwok CS, Holland R, G...

078.10 Viral warts, unspecified

078.12 Plantar wart

078.11 Condyloma acuminatum

078.19 Other specified viral warts

B07.9 Viral wart, unspecified

B07.0 Plantar wart

A63.0 Anogenital (venereal)...

Q: Do condoms protect against HPV?

A: Condoms lower the risk of HPV; however, HPV can infect areas not covered by the condom and so condoms are not fully protective.

Q: Does a patient with cutaneous...