Warts are skin-colored and feel rough to the touch. Most warts do not cause any medical problems.
Warts occur in a variety of types and locations, such as the hands, feet, and in the genital area.
Half of all warts go away in one year with no treatment. Two-thirds are gone after two years. They are also seen around the nails and cuticles, especially in children who bite their nails or pick at hangnails. Warts on the sole of the feet are known as plantar warts. Warts grow inward, instead of outward, on areas that bear weight, such as the soles of the feet.