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Wart Treatment in Terre Haute & Vincennes
Warts are common — but that doesn't mean they're easy to live with. Whether they're painful, spreading, or just won't go away, warts can be frustrating, contagious, and stubborn. At Biltmore Dermatology, we offer professional, compassionate treatment options for all types of warts — so you don't have to keep hiding, picking, or waiting.
What Are Warts?
Warts are small, benign skin growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The virus infects the top layer of skin, often entering through tiny cuts or breaks. Warts can appear anywhere but most commonly affect the hands, feet, face, and genitals.
They can be:
- Painful
- Itchy
- Cosmetically distressing
- Embarrassing
- Highly contagious (especially among children, athletes, and immunocompromised patients)
Types of Warts We Treat
At Biltmore Dermatology, we evaluate and treat all common forms of warts, including:
- Common Warts (Verruca vulgaris): Typically on fingers, hands, or knees; rough, raised bumps
- Plantar Warts: Found on the soles of the feet; may be flat or inward-growing due to pressure; can feel like walking on a rock
- Flat Warts: Smooth, flat-topped, often in large numbers on the face, arms, or legs
- Filiform Warts: Long, thin growths that tend to appear on the face or neck
- Genital Warts: Caused by specific HPV strains; sensitive area requiring discreet, professional treatment
If you're not sure what type you have, we'll help you find out and treat it the right way.
Why Warts Can Be So Stubborn
Warts often come back because the virus stays hidden in the skin. Over-the-counter remedies may reduce the surface growth but don't always eliminate the root cause. Warts also spread easily through skin contact, shared surfaces, and even shaving.
Early treatment = better results and less chance of spreading.
When to See a Dermatology Provider
You should see a provider if:
- The wart is painful, growing, or spreading
- Home treatments haven't worked
- The wart bleeds, cracks, or becomes infected
- You're unsure if the spot is a wart
- The wart is on your face, genitals, or a sensitive area
- You're immunocompromised or diabetic
We treat warts safely, effectively, and with a plan that makes sense for your skin.
How We Treat Warts at Biltmore Dermatology
There's no one-size-fits-all fix. Our treatment plan depends on the type, location, severity, and how long you've had the wart.
Options may include:
- Cryotherapy (Freezing): A quick in-office treatment that destroys wart tissue
- Topical medications: Prescription-strength creams or solutions to stimulate your immune response
- Curettage: Gently scraping the wart under local anesthesia if needed
- Electrosurgery or cautery: Controlled heat to destroy the wart
- Chemical peels or acids for flat warts or difficult cases
- Immunotherapy options in persistent or resistant cases
Our goal is to eliminate the wart while minimizing discomfort and reducing the risk of recurrence.
What About Over-the-Counter Wart Treatments?
While some OTC treatments work for small, recent warts, they're often ineffective for:
- Deep plantar warts
- Warts on the face or genitals
- Recurring or multiple warts
- Warts in children or sensitive skin types
We'll help you decide what's safe to try at home — and when it's time to take the next step.
Why Choose Biltmore Dermatology?
- 24+ years of dermatology experience
- Board-certified dermatology provider Ryan T. Patterson, NP-C, DCNP
- Gentle, effective removal techniques tailored to your skin and lifestyle
- Private, judgment-free care for all areas of the body
- Trusted by Terre Haute, Vincennes, and surrounding Indiana communities
We treat you with precision, respect, and a plan.
If your wart is painful, persistent, or just plain bothering you — don't wait months hoping it fades.
We'll help you understand what it is, what to do about it, and how to keep it from coming back.
No referral is needed. Walk in today. Stay for the care and expertise.
Come for answers. Come for relief. Come for the care.