What is a Plantar Wart?
A Verruca Plantaris, commonly known as a Plantar Wart, is an infection caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a disease that causes abnormalities in the skin and mucous membranes. It can sometimes lead to cancer. Plantar Warts can be caused by HPV types 1, 2, 4, or 63. It occurs solely on the sole and sometimes the toes of one’s foot. Warts that occur anywhere else are not considered Plantar Warts. (more…)

