See a healthcare professional to confirm it is a wart
Use an over-the-counter salicylic acid wart remover as directed
Soak the wart in warm water before treatment
Gently file the dead surface skin with a disposable emery board or pumice stone
Cover the wart with a bandage or duct tape after treatment
Repeat treatment daily for several weeks
Ask a clinician about cryotherapy to freeze the wart
Ask a clinician about cantharidin, prescription creams, or other treatments
Avoid picking, cutting, or burning the wart yourself
Keep the area clean and dry
Wash hands after touching the wart
Do not share towels, razors, or nail tools
Seek medical care if the wart is painful, bleeding, spreading, or not improving
Seek medical care sooner if you have diabetes, poor circulation, or a weakened immune system