How do you catch a verruca from a swimming pool or changing room?
You can catch a verruca from a swimming pool or changing room by coming into contact with the virus that causes it, which often lives on wet surfaces. This can happen when you walk barefoot on floors that are damp or contaminated, such as around swimming pools, showers, or changing areas. The virus can enter your skin through small cuts or abrasions.
Key points:
- Verrucas are caused by a virus that thrives in warm, moist environments.
- Walking barefoot increases the risk of exposure to the virus.
- Shared facilities, like swimming pools and changing rooms, can harbor the virus.
- Contact with contaminated surfaces can lead to infection.
This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by medino's clinical team.