What Causes Verruca Plana

Verruca plana (plane warts) are caused by specific human papillomavirus (HPV) types.

How do you get verruca plana?

A flat wart, or verruca plana, is a form of wart (verruca). Warts are common growths caused by an infection of the surface (superficial) skin with the human papillomavirus (HPV), which thickens the top skin layer. Warts are usually harmless and painless, and many go away on their own after months to years.

What is the treatment of verruca plana?

HPV infectionFirst-line therapySecond-line therapyFlat warts(Verruca plana)Salicylic acid, imiquimod (Aldara)Cryotherapy, retinoidsPlantar warts(Verruca plantaris)Salicylic acidCryotherapy, intralesional immunotherapy, pulsed dye laser therapy