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Follow the steps below in order to reduce your chances of getting a wart or verruca.
- Do not touch other peopleâs warts.
- Do not share towels, flannels or other personal items with someone who has a wart.
- Do not share shoes or socks with someone who has a verruca.Â
If you have a wart or a verruca, do not scratch or pick it because this can spread the infection to other parts of your body.
Communal activities
Cover your wart or verruca when you are taking part in communal activities. For example:
- Wear flip-flops in shared areas such as showers and swimming pool changing rooms.
- Cover your wart or verruca with a waterproof plaster when you go swimming, or when doing physical education (PE) at school. You can also buy special socks to cover verrucas. These are available at pharmacies.
- If you have a wart on your hand, wear gloves when you are using shared equipment, such as gym equipment.
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