Wart Removal in Las Vegas, Nevada

Plantar warts are stubborn, sometimes painful, and easy to spread. And they rarely go away as fast as you’d like on their own. Eastern Podiatry removes foot warts safely and efficiently so you can get back on your feet without the ache underfoot.

What plantar warts are

The plantar wart is the most common foot wart. It’s a small growth on the sole caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), which slips in through a small cut or tear in the skin. Warts can appear anywhere on the foot but favor the sole. They come in two forms: single warts, which are one growth that can enlarge over time, and mosaic warts, which are clusters of several warts packed into one area.

How they spread and what they feel like

Plantar warts are highly contagious. They pass through direct contact and through surfaces many people touch, and you can pick one up walking barefoot around a pool, locker room, or playground. Because they sit on the sole, every step presses on them, which can drive the wart deeper and cause real pain. They often masquerade as a rough callus, so part of our job is simply telling the two apart.

How we treat warts at Eastern Podiatry

Left alone, a wart can linger for a long time and stay uncomfortable the whole while. We recommend treating it rather than waiting especially if it has started to bleed, spread, or make walking difficult, and above all if you have diabetes. Depending on the wart, treatment may include:

• Salicylic acid: A topical you apply directly to soften and break down the wart over time.
• Cryotherapy: Freezing the wart off in the office.
• Other topical treatments: Applied to clear the wart when needed.
• Surgical removal: Reserved for severe or persistent warts that don’t respond to other methods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are plantar warts dangerous?

Usually harmless, but they can be painful and contagious. If you have diabetes or circulation problems, always have foot warts treated professionally.

Why does my wart look like a callus?

Constant pressure thickens the skin over the wart. A podiatrist can tell them apart. Warts often show tiny dark dots and interrupt the normal skin lines.

Can I just treat it at home?

Some warts respond to store products, but stubborn, painful, or spreading warts do better with in-office treatment, and home treatment isn’t advised if you have diabetes.

How do I avoid getting them again?

Don’t go barefoot in public showers, pools, or locker rooms; keep feet clean and dry; and don’t share towels, socks, or shoes.

Related Services

Athlete’s Foot  |  Toenail Fungus  |  Diabetic Foot Care

Request an appointment.

Call Eastern Podiatry at (702) 434-2023 or request online. 3777 Pecos-McLeod Interconnect, Suite 103, Las Vegas, NV 89121. Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM.