Warts & Molluscum
Warts and molluscum are common skin growths that are usually harmless but can be bothersome. Up to 1 in 20 school-aged children may have warts.
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Common warts often appear on the hands of children or adults with frequent water exposure.
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Plantar warts develop on the soles of the feet and can be painful when walking.
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Flat warts are small, often appear in large numbers, and may show up on the face, legs, or beard area.
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Molluscum contagiosum presents as smooth, skin-colored bumps, often with irritation, and is common in school-aged children.
Both warts and molluscum are contagious and spread through skin-to-skin contact. While they may disappear naturally over months to years, treatment is recommended if lesions are painful, spreading, or persistent, especially in adults.
Treatment Options
Our providers are skilled in advanced, child-friendly techniques for wart and molluscum removal, including:
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Cryotherapy – Freezing lesions with liquid nitrogen
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Topical peeling agents – Prescription salicylic acid
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Immunotherapy – Monthly injections of Candida yeast antigen to boost your immune response against wart virus
Our team creates personalized treatment plans to safely and effectively remove warts and molluscum, tailored to each patient’s needs and comfort.
