Can a wart be cured?

Q: Can a wart be cured?

Because there is no cure for HPV infection, [1] wart therapies can only eliminate signs and symptoms. [2] However, the HPV vaccine may be of some benefit, which is reflected in various case reports where individuals receiving the vaccine also resolved their warts. Although numerous wart treatments exist, their effectiveness at preventing wart recurrence is generally not great. Recurrence is common, especially when preventative measures are not followed and in people with weakened immune systems. [3] [4]

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Because there is no cure for HPV infection,^[1] wart therapies can only eliminate signs and symptoms.^[2] However, the HPV vaccine may be of some benefit, which is reflected in various case reports where individuals receiving the vaccine also resolved their warts. Although numerous wart treatments exist, their effectiveness at preventing wart recurrence is generally not great. Recurrence is common, especially when preventative measures are not followed and in people with weakened immune systems.^[3]^[4]

Can a wart be cured?

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