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More information about warts, the human papilloma virus (HPV), and treatments for warts.
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What's the Craziest Wart Myth You've Heard?

There are so many myths about warts floating around, it's astounding. What's the craziest myth you've heard of?

Warts

Warts are actually benign tumors of the epidermis caused by a virus. Find what you need to know about this annoying skin condition.

Warts FAQ

FAQ from Your Family Doctor about warts and treatment.

More Wart FAQ

More FAQ from the American Medical Association.

Verrucae Vulgaris

Warts are also known as verrucae. This article gives good information and medical terms.

Freezing Warts

One way to remove warts is to freeze them. This article explains more about how cryotherapy is used.

Children and Warts

Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Molluscum

More information about molluscum contagiosum.

Genital Warts & HPV

More information about genital warts and the human papillomavirus (HPV).

The HPV Cervical Cancer Connection

This is a great article from your Guide to Women's Health about the connection between genital warts (HPV) and cervical cancer.

Women and Genital Warts

Information from your Women's Health Guide about genital warts.

Condyloma

More information about genital warts from your About Guide to AIDS/HIV.

Warts Pictures

Warts are very common, especially in children and young adults. They are actually benign tumors that are located only in the top layer of the skin, the epidermis. Warts can occur anywhere on the body and look different depending on their location. Take a look at various types of warts.

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