Warts
Warts are a common skin condition in children and can be treated in consultation with a healthcare provider. Some warts may spread through direct skin contact or shared surfaces.
If your child has warts that are painful, spreading, bleeding, or affecting school participation, please contact your healthcare provider. If you have school-related questions, you may also contact the Health Office.
Warts Information
What Families Should Do
- Monitor the affected area and follow treatment recommendations from your healthcare provider.
- Encourage your child not to pick at or scratch warts.
- Cover warts when recommended, especially if the area is open or irritated.
- Do not share personal items such as towels, socks, shoes, or nail clippers.
- Check with your healthcare provider if the wart is painful, spreading, or not improving.
District Warts Resource
- Warts Information Handout PDF opens in a new window
Additional Public Health Resources
- American Academy of Dermatology: Warts Overview opens in a new window
- San Joaquin County Public Health Services opens in a new window