Filiform Warts

Filiform Warts are an interesting variant of Verruca. Unlike Plantar, Common or Flat Warts, this type is elongated in shape. Filiform Warts are slender. They are often described as finger-like or referred to as thread-like. This contrasts with the cauliflower, flat or round shapes of most Warts.

Like other warts, Filiform Warts have a preferred body area of the host. They are generally located on the face. They particularly are found around the eyes and the eyelids. They hang their like hairy appendages.

Filiform Warts are often on children’s faces. They may also be on adults. Generally the adults who have Filiform growths are middle-aged and/or over weight. While preferring the face, Filiform Warts may also be found on the neck and in the arm pits. Their location may make them a problem to remove through topical methods.