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Children's Mercy Hospital

Children's Mercy Hospital

2401 Gillham Road
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 234-3000
www.childrensmercy.org


What Are Warts?

Warts

Say: wartz

A wart is a small area of hardened skin that usually has a bumpy surface. Warts come in many sizes, colors, and shapes. They can happen anywhere on the body. Kids get them most often on their hands, feet, and face. They are caused by a virus.