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I have had a couple, what i assumed were warts, on my foot for about 4-5 months now and recently noticed more on the same foot and some on the other.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

See a dermatologist: If they bother you, get a diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Meanwhile you can try keeping tape on them. Gorilla tape or duct tape sticks well, but could be any kind. Keep on all day, every day, and change as needed. This may cure warts after a few weeks, but is irritating.

Dr Eastburn agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I have had a couple, what i assumed were warts, on my foot for about 4-5 months now and recently noticed more on the same foot and some on the other.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Eastburn agreed

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