We explored a new treatment approach for plantar warts using a nitric-zinc complex solution. In this study involving 72 patients, we aimed to observe how effective this solution is in achieving complete healing of warts.
The results were promising, showing a 59.2% cure rate after treatments. On average, patients received about 5.9 applications of the solution over a duration of around 9.4 weeks. Additionally, the recurrence rate was relatively low, noted at 6.7%.
Although we can’t isolate the specific contributions of zinc alone since it was part of a combined treatment with nitric acid, these findings suggest that the nitric-zinc complex could serve as a viable option for those suffering from plantar warts. This treatment may be considered among the first-line options for managing this common skin condition.
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We aimed to understand how effective zinc, among other treatments, is for treating plantar warts. In our retrospective cohort study, we reviewed the cases of 60 individuals aged 18 to 40 who were treated for plantar warts with three different methods: a zinc and nitric complex, cantharidin, and bleomycin.
While zinc wasn’t the focal point of the study, we noted that the zinc and nitric complex was less painful but required more sessions for complete treatment. Patients treated with bleomycin, although they experienced more post-treatment pain, needed fewer sessions overall.
The findings highlight that while the zinc treatment did help, it wasn’t the most effective option when it came to the number of sessions required for healing. Cantharidin seemed to strike a balance between effectiveness and patient satisfaction. Clearly, treatment preferences should be tailored based on individual needs, pain tolerance, and satisfaction levels.
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