Is a prickly wart caused by HPV?

Prickly monkey generally refers to a prickly wart, mostly referred to as common warts, which are caused by the HPV virus. HPV stands for human papillomavirus. Common warts are mainly caused by HPV virus infection, which may be transmitted through direct contact or indirect contact. Low-risk viruses can easily cause raised warts on the mucous membranes of the skin. For common warts treatment is relatively easy, usually can take laser treatment or cryotherapy, warts removed, and then with local topical drugs are 5% imiquimod cream, 5-fluorouracil ointment, 20% salicylic acid ointment and retinoic acid ointment and so on, further antiviral treatment. In addition, usually also pay attention to more exercise, diet to increase nutrition, can improve the body’s immunity, reduce the chances of HPV virus infection, we recommend that patients timely consultation.