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What can you do to use the duct tape remedy to treat warts?
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Duct tape: One way to use duct tape for treatment of warts is to put the duct tape on the warts and wearit all day and take it off at night and use an emory board to shave down the area and shower and then reapply to the duct tape and continue this.
Answered 5/26/2013
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Duct tape for warts: There is no scientific indication for the use of duct tape for warts (verruca). Occusion by duct tape cause irritation to the surrounding skin which increase inflammation and may cause resolution of the wart. If the wart does not resolve with otc medications seek professional help from dermatologist.
Answered 11/26/2013
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