Can duct tape cure a wart?
Warts—caused by the human papillomavirus—have inspired countless folk remedies. One suggests you rub a shiny penny across a wart’s surface; another involves wrapping it in duct tape. Strangely, some of these tactics seem to work. Treatment While you should consult a doctor regarding any warts that appear in the genital region, common warts elsewhere on the body do not necessarily require a physician’s attention. They often disappear on their own, although the process can take months or even years. Over-the- counter gels and pads made to treat warts contain salicylic acid (an ingredient found in willow bark and most fruits), which can help remove a wart. A doctor or dermatologist might recommend freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen or burning it using a light electrical current or laser. Evidence Research has tested the efficacy of duct tape with mixed results. A 2002 study at the Madigan Army Medical Center in Washington compared the effect of freezing warts against the effect of cov
