Different Types of Plantar Warts Oct 24, 2009
Plantar warts are caused by human papilloma virus which is implanted on the soles through small cuts or breaks in the skin ... Because of the pressure on the warts while walking, the plantar warts grow in depth faster than warts on other areas of the body ... How do You Get Plantar Warts. (Suite101.com)
How to Get Rid of Plantar Warts Oct 24, 2009
Getting rid of plantar warts could prove very difficult due to high recurrence ratesof the HPV infection of the soles. The principles and various modalities of treatment for plantar warts are discussed here ... A step by step physician assisted treatment plan for resistant types of plantar warts is also outlined for the benefit of the sufferers of this painful foot condition. (Suite101.com)
Alpha Hydroxy Acids Help Treat Skin... Sep 26, 2009
Lactic acid is used along with salicylic acid in many OTC products for its keratolytic effects in skin diseases with thickened skin and diseases like plantar warts and corns. What are the Side Effects of Alpha Hydroxy Acids. (Suite101.com)
Many items around the house can help alleviate pain and discomfort Apr 11, 2009
Duct tape, which has hundreds of uses around the home, also can be used for medical wonders including helping to treat plantar warts, with a regimen carefully followed for several days. While not necessarily a medical emergency, but often annoying, hiccups can reportedly be cured with home remedies including blowing into a paper bag or swallowing a teaspoon of sugar. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Is chocolate a treatment for high blood pressure? Apr 7, 2009
You occasionally have written about plantar warts. I have cured several of them (my own, my daughter's and my sister-in-law's) by soaking the area in hot, salted water several times a day. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Just when you thought it was safe Feb 28, 2009
Giardia, which is found in human faeces, and naegleria fowleri, shown to cause the fatal disease primary amoebic meningo-encephalitis, can also been found in pool water, while viruses causing plantar warts, herpes, conjunctivitis, tinea and genital yeast infections have been detected on pool decks and surfaces in change rooms. The biggest outbreak of cryptosporidiosis was in NSW in 1998 when more than 1000 cases were confirmed. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
