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What is the outlook for people with warts? Once you have a strain of HPV that causes warts, there’s no sure way to keep warts from returning. After treatment, warts can reappear at the same location or a different part of your body. But some people get rid of warts and never have one again. What are the possible complications of warts?Most warts go away without any significant problems. Sometimes, warts cause issues, like: Infection: Infections can happen if you pick or cut a wart. Breaks in your skin allow bacteria to enter. If you develop an infection, you’ll need medical treatment with antibiotics. Pain: Most warts don’t hurt. But plantar warts can grow inward into your foot and be painful to walk on. You may feel as if there’s a pebble under your skin. Mental health issue: You may feel embarrassed or ashamed of having warts, which can affect your self-esteem and mental health. Talk to your healthcare provider if warts are causing you distress. (责任编辑：) |