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Rough wart on the hands or feet

Also called: Warts

Rough warts on the hands or feet are caused by a virus. They often go away on their own.

Common causesCommon warts, plantar warts
Usually serious?No
Get checked ifPainful, spreading, or diabetes
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Overview

Warts spread by touch.

Plantar warts are on the soles.

When to get medical care

Call 911Not an emergency.
Get care todayNot usually urgent.
See a doctor soonPainful or spreading warts.

Causes

Caused by HPV.

OwieClear has pages on 1 condition that can cause rough wart on the hands or feet. Each shows how soon to get care.

Common causes

  • Common wartsOften treated at home

    Rough, harmless bumps caused by a virus, usually on the hands, fingers, or soles of the feet.

What you can do at home

  • Use salicylic acid.
  • Don't pick.

Medicines

Freezing or other treatments.

At the doctor

Diagnosed by exam.

Questions you may be asked

  • Duration

The exam

A skin exam.

Tests

  • None

Prevention

Prevent spread.

  • Wear sandals in showers

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Last updated 2026-11-13.