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My Son Has This On The Bottom Of His Toes,

Posted on Thu, 27 Feb 2020

Question: my son has this on the bottom of his toes, can you hrlp tell us what it is?

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
These are warts

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to ask a doctor service
I have gone through your query and reviewed the attached photograph.
These are warts.
It is a viral infection caused by human papilloma virus.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

I am wondering if you can tell me what kind of warts and treatment. I am concerned they're infected....there is what looks like a pretty deep hole. Thank you

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Needs removal, electrocautery or cryotherapy,

Detailed Answer:
These are plantar warts.
They have a tendency to spread.
You need to consult a doctor and get them removed by either electrocautery or cryotherapy.
Alternatively you can apply a lotion containing salicylic acid and lactic acid on the affected areas twice daily for 2 weeks.
This will help in shedding of the infected dead skin.
It is a prescription drug and you need to see the doctor in person to get it.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj