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Warts in Children

Warts are small skin growths that can be rough, flat or smooth depending on where they appear. They can develop on the hands, feet, face and other areas.

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, causes warts. The virus enters through tiny breaks in the skin and can spread by direct contact or shared surfaces.

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AAP Guide to Warts in Children

The AAP guide below explains home treatment, how long it can take, and which warts need an exam.

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When to see a doctor

Contact your pediatrician or another healthcare professional if:

  • A wart is painful, bleeding or changing quickly.
  • Warts are on the face or genitals.
  • The diagnosis is uncertain.
  • Warts persist despite appropriate treatment or are causing significant problems.

Call 911 or get emergency care if:

  • Your child has any life-threatening emergency.

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When can my child be seen

Be seen today.

Every office keeps same-day appointments for illness and injury.

This evening or at the weekend.

Most offices run After Hours Care, by appointment rather than walk-in.

If you are worried, call. We would rather answer a question that turns out to be nothing.

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