Can flat warts be completely eradicated?

Flat warts are a relatively common skin disease caused by human papillomavirus. This disease is quite harmful to human health. It is contagious and can be transmitted to others through daily necessities. Flat warts can generally be eradicated through good treatment. First, some Western medicine should be used for treatment. For patients with recurrent attacks, Chinese medicine can be used for treatment to achieve the effect of treating both the symptoms and the root cause.

1. Western medicine treatment of flat warts

Western medicine often uses topical retinoic acid ointment and other treatments, which can be applied directly to the affected area. It is easy to operate and can be used at any time. It is suitable for the back of the hand and the arm. During use, be careful and avoid alcohol and spicy food.

2. Treatment of flat warts with traditional Chinese medicine

Traditional Chinese medicine often uses the methods of washing, external application and plastering. The application method includes the ancient recipe of Xifucao Pingyou, which mixes Cyperus rotundus, Curcuma zedoaria, Isatis indigotica, Isatis root and Equisetum arvense in the ratio of 10:6:6:5, soak in water for 15 minutes, then boil, take the juice for use, and wipe the wart area every day.

3. Use vinegar to wipe flat warts

Heat the vinegar and boil it until half of the amount is left. Pour it into a container and let it cool for later use. Wash the wart and the surrounding area with warm water before each use. Apply it with a cotton swab, taking care to apply only to the wart area.

4. Boil purslane in water to treat flat warts

The whole plant of Portulaca oleracea can clear away heat and detoxify, quench thirst and kill insects. It not only has high edible value, but also has considerable medicinal value. It is often used to treat carbuncles, boils, swellings, and insect and snake bites. Boil fresh purslane in water and scrub the affected area. It is economical and affordable. Friends who live near the suburbs or countryside can pick it and use it by themselves. It is better to drink this soup at the same time.

5. A brief discussion on the radical cure of flat warts

Flat warts are caused by human papillomavirus infection. The way to cure flat warts is to completely kill the papillomavirus. So far, there is no good medical method to completely kill this virus. Flat warts do not cause much harm to the human body and rarely cause pain or itching. They only affect the appearance and bring mental discomfort. If flat warts can be cured, they can last for several months or even years, or even never recur. No matter whether you use freezing, laser, Chinese medicine or Western medicine, as long as it can be cured, don't have psychological pressure. A good mood itself is a good medicine.

6. Things to note when dealing with flat warts

1. Do not scratch the affected area of ​​flat warts, protect the flat warts from friction, and be careful not to break the skin to avoid infection of the surrounding area.

2. Flat warts are just a skin disease. Don’t be depressed about it. Many people have it. You should maintain a healthy attitude. 3 If you have flat warts, you don’t have to worry about infecting your family or roommates, as the virus cannot be transmitted from one person to another.

4 Flat warts are self-limiting. Generally, flat warts will disappear automatically, which may take 1, 2 or 3 years.

7. Do not abuse hormone-corrosive drugs

The most common method for dealing with flat warts is to destroy the wart itself, allowing it to rupture, form a scab, and then fall off. In order to achieve the desired effect, some ingredients that are effective but harmful to the body may be added unconsciously. Especially for flat warts on the face, they should be treated with caution and external liquid ointments should not be used indiscriminately to avoid leaving scars.