Use an over-the-counter salicylic acid wart remover daily
Soak the finger in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes before treatment
Gently file the wart surface with a disposable emery board or pumice stone
Cover the wart with a bandage or duct tape after applying treatment
Repeat treatment consistently for several weeks
Avoid picking, cutting, or biting the wart
Wash hands after touching the wart
Keep the wart covered to reduce spreading
Do not share towels, nail tools, or gloves
See a doctor if the wart is painful, bleeding, spreading, or not improving
Ask a doctor about cryotherapy, prescription treatments, or minor removal procedures