What Do Flat Warts Look Like And How Can I Get Rid Of Them
All warts are caused by a virus called HPV
All warts are caused by a virus called HPV. This virus has over one hundred different strains and these strains will cause different types of warts. Common warts that are found on the fingers and hands usually resemble a cauliflower in appearance. However, there is a type of wart called a flat wart. Keep reading to learn more about flat warts.
The difference between a flat wart and a common wart is the flat wart is not typically raised. A flat wart will appear as small patches of skin that has become a little thicker than normal. This type of wart can remain flesh colored, or it can have a slightly pinkish hue. The problem with flat warts is they will crop up in numbers across a particular area of the body. Common places you will find these types of warts are the face, arms, chest and back.
This type of wart is usually not a health threat, but they can affect your appearance. Flat warts are classified in three stages. Less than ten warts that are causing you no pain is classified as a mild infection. Ten to one hundred warts that are not causing pain is called a moderate infection. If you have over one hundred warts that are causing pain then your infection can be classified as severe.
This type of wart can go away on its own after a few months. Some people will have them for years before they disappear. You may choose to leave them alone and not treat these warts, or you may seek treatment. The location of these warts will have a huge impact on your treatment decision. If you have them in large numbers on your face then you probably want to get rid of them as fast as possible.
A great way to get rid of flat warts if to use a natural homeopathic cream. These creams are effective on the warts while being gentle to surrounding healthy skin.