Plantar Warts Overview:

Plantar warts are localized infections that occur on the bottom or sides of the feet.  They are noncancerous and caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

Plantar Warts Causes:

Plantar warts are viruses that are spread through openings in the skin.  They can spread and mosaic out into a cluster.  Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are spread through direct contact with the virus.  HPV thrives in warm, moist environments like showers, public swimming areas, and locker rooms.

Plantar Warts Symptoms:

Plantar warts are grainy, hard bumps that can be distinguished by the presence of tiny blood vessels located on their tips.  They look like tiny black dots on the wart.  Plantar warts are painful especially when pressure is applied to them.