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Is warts a virus or bacteria?

Warts are caused by viruses, specifically the human papillomavirus (HPV). Bacteria do not cause warts.


Are warts a bacteria or a virus?

Warts are caused by viruses, particularly human papillomavirus (HPV). They are not caused by bacteria.


What is a viral lesion?

Usually like a coldsore (Herpes Simplex 1) on the mouth or the equivalent on the genitals (Herpes Simplex 2). But chickenpox is a Virus (Varicella-Zoster Virus) too so these sores are Viral lesions also.From answers.com Veterinary Dictionaryhttp://www.answers.com/ > http://www.answers.com/main/what_content.jsp > http://www.answers.com/main/zoology.jsp > http://www.answers.com/library/Veterinary+Dictionary-cid-1156782524 lesion Any pathological or traumatic discontinuity of tissue or loss of function of a part. Lesion is a broad term, including wounds, sores, ulcers, tumors, cataracts and any other tissue damage. They range from the skin sores associated with eczema to the changes in lung tissue that occur in tuberculosis.


Do cactus thorns cause warts?

No, cactus thorns do not cause warts. Warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, while cactus thorns are plant structures designed for defense and protection. If a cactus thorn pierces the skin, it may cause irritation or infection, but it will not lead to the development of warts.


Does aloe vera get rid of warts?

There is no scientific evidence to suggest that aloe vera effectively gets rid of warts. Warts are caused by a virus and typically require medical treatment to remove them completely. It's best to consult a healthcare professional for appropriate treatment options.

Related Questions

Is warts a virus or bacteria?

Warts are caused by viruses, specifically the human papillomavirus (HPV). Bacteria do not cause warts.


Are warts caused by bacteria?

No. They are caused by HPV i.e. Human papillo virus and as the name indicates its a viral infection not bacterial


Are warts a bacterial skin disease?

No, warts are a viral skin disease.


Can moths cause warts?

Warts are caused by a viral infection and not by moth contact.


What kind of infections is warts?

A wart is a viral infection.


Can viral meningitis cause warts?

No, viral meningitis causes an inflammation of the meninges (membranes surrounding the brain). However, there is a virus that causes warts, called the human papilloma virus or HPV.


Are warts a bacteria or a virus?

Warts are caused by viruses, particularly human papillomavirus (HPV). They are not caused by bacteria.


Why you get warts?

Warts may appear for various reasons, one of which being lack of hygiene and skincare. Warts are a viral disease caused by a virus called Human Pappiloma Virus.


Does warts come from human or animals urine?

Urine is normally sterile. Warts come from viral infections. HPV is a common wart producer.


Is HPV a viral STD?

HPV is a viral STD. HPV can cause genital warts or cancerous/precancerous lesions in the cervix or anus.


Can warts cause athletes foot?

Calluses are built up skin from something rubbing on the area, causing it to build up thicker layers. Warts are viral and athlete's foot is a fungus.


Is it true that if you have a wart you won't get herpes?

No that is not true. Herpes and warts are both viral infections and you can have both at the same time