If you’re considering home remedies for plantar warts, you’ll find answers to some common questions here. There is a lot you can do to get rid of this problem, so it’s good to get some answers first. Before we get into the home remedy options available to you, let’s look at a few truths about plantar warts first. What is a Plantar Wart? A plantar wart is an outgrowth of the upper skin layer on the soles of the feet. Another name for a plantar wart is a ‘veruca’. They can be brown or black in color and flat or bumpy. Sometimes they appear singly or in clusters. They can be very painful and irritating, especially when you are walking. What Causes Them? The cause of all warts--including plantar warts--is the HPV virus (Human Papilloma Virus). It enters the skin through small cuts and [Read More »]
