The first thing you should know about Filiform warts is that they are not cancerous and pose no danger.
They are a narrow rapid growing type of tumor but again, noncancerous, that grow finger-like shaped, and project outward from the skin.
This type of wart is commonly found in the following areas: • chin • neck • nose • lips • face • eyelids It is possible to have them no matter what your age is but are more commonly found in older children.
When they develop, they can be itchy and may bleed due to irritation from scratching so, it is best to try and not scratch them.
Covering them with a band-aid can help keep them from rubbing clothing or help keep them for getting hit which can irritate them and cause bleeding and discomfort as well.
Some thing you should keep in mind is that Filiform warts are contagious and can be transmitted to other parts of the body as well as to other people, directly or indirectly.
This is yet another reason to keep them covered.
The Filiform wart is caused by a virus, the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), and with all viruses can easily be spread especially in children when they play.
Children or adults that play team games are most susceptible to the spread of the virus because of the possibility of direct contact.
It can also be spread indirectly by touching an object that was touched by someone with the virus such as, door knobs or if you were to wipe your face with a towel that was used to wipe the face of someone who has a Filiform wart on their face.
Since these warts are harmless and may go away on their own in several months or years, treatment is not really necessary.
However, since they do tend to grow in visible areas of the body and are not aesthetically appealing, one may wish to consider seeking treatment option as treatment of these type of wart can also cut down on the spread of the virus as well.