07/09/2025
πΏ Causes of Warts
π¦ Human Papillomavirus (HPV): The main cause of warts. The virus enters the skin through tiny cuts or scratches.
π€ Skin-to-Skin Contact: Spread through direct contact with someone who has warts.
π§Ό Contaminated Surfaces: Walking barefoot in public showers, pools, or gyms can increase risk.
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Picking or Scratching: Can spread warts to other areas of the body.
π‘οΈ Low Immunity: People with weaker immune systems are more prone to developing warts.
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π They are not caused by dirt but by a virus, though poor hygiene can make it easier for infection to spread.