Thursday, December 3, 2015

Removing Warts Naturally

Warts are one of the most annoying conditions to have to live with. They are caused by a virus known as HPV and currently there is no cure to get rid of the virus for good. Now a days people try to find natural ways to get rid of their warts since medical procedure are expensive and can leave behind long lasting scars.

The human papillomavirus is non cancerous bu the virus can lead to the development of keratin. Keratin is a hard protein that causes the warts to grow and spread like wildfire.
There are different strains of the HPV virus that can lead to different kinds of warts to show up. Probably the most frequently seen type of wart are common warts. These warts usually have a rough surface and they are firm with a raised surface. Plantar warts are also another form of warts that develop on the feet and the soles of the feet. The pressure that is applied to the plantar warts due to walking can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. You can read this article here for more. 

Filiform warts are another kind of wart that is commonly seen. These warts are often found on the eyelids of the sufferer and along the necks. Mosaic warts usually grow in clusters and are often found around the feet, hands, and the palm.

There have been several treatments developed over the years to have these different types of warts removed. However, keep in mind that just because you remove a wart doesn't mean it won't grow back in the future. These days most people turn to home remedies to help get rid of these unwanted skin growths naturally.

One way that people remove warts naturally is by using salicylic acid to get rid of them topically. You can find this solution at your local drug store and apply it over a few months to get the results you're looking for.

Duct tape is another way to get rid of warts in a natural way. You simply cut a piece of tape and apply it directly on the wart to cover it up. The wart won't be able to breathe properly and when the oxygen is cut off from the wart it will eventually fall off. It's important to apply the duct tape to the affected area a couple times each day for about 2 months to see good results.

Another great home remedy for wart removal involves the use of garlic. You can take a raw piece of garlic clove and rub it directly on the affected area. Place a piece of bandage over it to keep it in place overnight so you won't have to worry about it falling off.