Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of warts in children, and different HPV causes different warts.
The virus is highly contagious and spreads when a child touches an infected surface or person.
Symptoms of a wart vary depending on the type of wart, and most children with warts could be asymptomatic.
Warts usually resolve on their own within a few weeks or months, but if they don’t, consulting a doctor is vital to know the right treatment course.
Maintaining proper hygiene, abstaining from scratching warts, and avoiding sharing clothes are a few ways that could help prevent warts.