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Signs and Symptoms

Introduction

Occurs in 10% of children & young adults w/ greatest incidence in 12 to 16 years old children
- May regress spontaneously w/in 2 years in 40% of children
May continue to increase in size & distribution & may become more resistant to treatment over time

Definition

Also called verrucae, they are benign proliferation of skin caused by human papilloma virus (HPV)

Etiology

Most common warts on the hands & feet are due to HPV types 1, 2, 4, 27 & 57

Pathophysiology

HPV is usually transmitted by contact w/ skin of an infected individual or by transmission of virus living in warm, moist environment
- Autoinoculation may occur from traumatizing lesions by biting or scratching
- Incubation period is unknown but may range from months to years

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