Homoeopathic approach in case of verrucae: Evidence based case report

Abstract

Verrucae or Warts are caused by Human Papilloma Virus (H.P.V.). According to International Classification Of Disease (ICD)-11, Verruca come under 1E8Z code. Warts are generally benign lesion of skin. Warts are common worldwide and affect approximately 10% of the population. The prevalence is as high as 10% to 20% in school aged children. Warts can occur at any age group. Rarely in infancy and early childhood, prevalence increases among school-aged children and peaks at 12 to 16 years.