Verrucae

A verruca is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and is transmitted by contact, often from a swimming pool or changing room floor. Infection only occurs when the skin is broken and the virus invades skin cells and incubates, usually for many weeks or months. As it replicates, it causes overproduction of skin cells, resulting in a `warty` appearance. Although they are contagious they are harmless and will often disappear on their own accord with no treatment, particularly in children. 

For this reason, we only offer verrucae treatment for adults. Unfortunately, no treatment for verrucae is 100% effective.

If your verruca is painful or you want to take action to try and get rid of it we are happy to discuss the most up to date options at your appointment.