Warts are small lumps that often develop on the hands or feet, according to the NHS. They’re caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) infection, and are more likely to affect children and teenagers ...

Verrucas or plantar warts are small rough lumps that are formed over the pressure points of the soles of the feet. These commonly occur in the heels or balls of the feet. The causative organism of ...

My daughter has a verruca. The teacher says it’s infectious! Surely that’s not true, is it? Yes, it's true. A verruca is a wart on the sole of the foot. It’s caused by a virus. As the child walks ...

GP Jennifer Grant gives her advice on your medical queries The most common treatment approach includes chemical and physical destruction of affected tissue. Photo: Getty Images Question: I’ve had a ...