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How to prevent planters warts?

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Plantar Warts: To prevent plantar warts (warts on the soles of the feet), do not walk around barefoot. Especially in public shower stalls and places like that. That will help prevent the spread.

Answered 1/14/2019

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No sure way: Since warts are caused by a virus there is no proven way to prevent them. Certainly good hygeine is a start and not walking bare foot in unfamaliar areas, such as shower rooms.

Answered 11/26/2013

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