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I have treated my common warts with OTC products, & now I see a cluster of black dots after the rough skin has sloughed off. Does this indicate that the wart is not gone yet? How do I know when to stop using the treatment?
Liz,
The black dots you see are the blood vessels that were feeding the wart. It doesn't tell you whether the wart is gone yet. The common recommendation is to use the treatment for 1 month. If it hasn't worked in that time period, you should seek out a dermatologist.
Thanks for your question and good luck
Dr Conner
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Naturopathic Medicine, Nutrition, Natural Family Medicine, Detoxification/ Cleansing, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Natural Remedies
Experience
Licensed Naturopathic Physician for 8 years
Currently: Assistant Professor of Naturopathic Medicine, Department of CLinical Sciences, National University of Health Sciences, Lombard, IL
Organizations
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Secretary and member of Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Education/Credentials
Bastyr University, doctor of naturopathic medicine
University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine, residency in family and integrated medicine
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