Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Gross: That hard skin on my foot is a wart?

By Virginia Pipolini

What is a plantar wart? It is a virus called verruca plantaris, and can be found on either the sole of the foot or the toes. They are usually harmless, but should be treated to prevent discomfort and spreading. You may not even know that the rough patch on your foot is a plantar wart.

We spread plantar warts easily in places where we typically go barefoot. This is the pool area, public showers, bathrooms, and beaches. The virus can live for months without a hosting foot. It is believed that seven percent to ten percent of our population have the plantar wart virus.

Once the virus takes hold it can take weeks to become visible. The pressure you put on the plantar wart by walking on it can push it into the foot, and a hard layer of skin forms over it.

It is possible for plantar warts to spread to other parts of the body. They can form into clusters called mosaic warts. There are also other types of non genital warts that can live in human skin tissue.

How do you treat plantar warts? The first step is prevention. Cleaning floors where people walk barefoot is important. Don't share socks or shoes either. There is no vaccine available to prevent plantar warts.

One of the many treatments used for plantar warts is miracle mineral solution, or MMS. The base of 28% sodium chlorite is mixed with an activator and applied directly to the skin. Many have reported success in using this inexpensive treatment, with the wart flaking away after about a week.

You can apply MMS to skin without harm to healthy tissue. If it causes irritation you can rinse it off after 30 to 60 seconds. MMS can also help clear the bacteria and viruses that cause rashes or acne. Some have used MMS in a spray bottle for a safe but effective insect repellent.

You can use MMS to clean and purify surfaces in your home. It has been used for many years as a water purifier. It is cost effective to use, and people continue to find many effective applications for this simple solution. - 14130

About the Author:

No comments: