Hole in the center due to the structure of the wart/callus
If you notice a hole in your callus, it may be more than just a regular callus. Often, what appears to be a callus with a hole could actually be a plantar wart. Plantar warts, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), commonly develop on the bottom of the foot and can appear similar to calluses. They sometimes have a small hole in the center due to the structure of the wart and clotted blood vessels, which can look like tiny black dots within the wart.
Warts stem from a virus, displaying a rough texture, while corns form due to pressure or friction, featuring a hardened center.
Corns and warts may look similar but are quite different in terms of cause, appearance, and treatment. Corns are hardened layers of skin that develop due to repeated friction and pressure, commonly from tight shoes or abnormal foot structure. They are most often found on the tops or sides of toes and have a small, dense center surrounded by inflamed skin. Corns are the body’s natural way of protecting the skin, and they are not contagious.
Plantar Warts, a rough, skin-colored bump that grows on the bottom of the foot or toes.
Foot warts and corns are often confused, but they have different causes and characteristics. Warts on the feet, also known as plantar warts, are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus enters the skin through small cuts or abrasions, leading to the growth of a rough, grainy skin lesion. Foot warts are contagious and can spread in communal areas such as pools, showers, and locker rooms where the virus thrives in moist environments.
The bottom of the foot is referred to as “plantar.” So, a wart on the bottom of the foot is called a plantar wart! It is also known as a planters wart or verruca plantaris. A wart can appear everywhere on the body, but a plantar wart appears solely on the foot.
Warts on the soles of the feet are a frequent occurrence. You must’ve had one or know someone who has, like your child. This condition is sometimes referred to as a verruca. It can appear as a single lesion, or sometimes, as an army of plantar warts taking over your entire foot. They are contagious and have the potential to spread throughout your home!
There is no medicine that can eliminate a plantar wart because it is a viral infection. Viruses are usually left to run their course. Similar to a cold, you do not treat the virus directly; rather, you treat the symptoms.
