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Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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Lumps under skin
Scars or marks from the rash/wound
Skin is dark and hard
Reddish skin lumps
Skin is thick and scaly
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What is Warts?
Skin growths caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). They occur primarily on the hands and feet, but can be seen on the face and certain types can be seen on the legs and genital regions. There are more than 100 types of HPV that are responsible for the many different types of warts, which include common warts, plantar warts, flat warts and genital warts.
Typical Symptoms of Warts
Skin lumps with scabs in the center
Lumps under the skin
Skin hardening
Thick, leathery skin
Skin is thick and rough/scaly
Skin problem on the feet, beyond the ankle
Skin problem over the back of the hand
Hives or raised rashes
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Warts
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Do you have a skin lump with a scab or crust in the center?
Do you have any lumps under your skin?
Do you have skin hardening?
Do you have areas of rough or thick skin?
Do you have thickened skin that feels rough or scaly?
Treatmentof Warts
Not all warts require treatment. Warts respond slowly to treatment, which can consist of prescription creams, salicylic acid, tape, hypnotherapy, laser procedures and rarely surgical excision.
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References
Witchey DJ, Witchey NB, Roth-Kauffman MM, Kauffman MK. Plantar Warts: Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Clinical Management. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2018 Feb 1;118(2):92-105. doi: 10.7556/jaoa.2018.024. PMID: 29379975.
https://jom.osteopathic.org/
Loo SK, Tang WY. Warts (non-genital). BMJ Clin Evid. 2014 Jun 12;2014:1710. PMID: 24921240; PMCID: PMC4054795.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4054795/
Vlahovic TC, Khan MT. The Human Papillomavirus and Its Role in Plantar Warts: A Comprehensive Review of Diagnosis and Management. Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 2016 Jul;33(3):337-53. doi: 10.1016/j.cpm.2016.02.003. Epub 2016 Mar 29. PMID: 27215155.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0891842216300155?via%3Dihub
Glover MG. Plantar warts. Foot Ankle. 1990 Dec;11(3):172-8. doi: 10.1177/107110079001100308. PMID: 2074085.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/107110079001100308
User Testimonials
Reviewed By:
Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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