BACKGROUND: Treatment of verrucae vulgares is sometimes difficult. Invasive methods should not be used for young children. OBJECTIVE: Evaluation of a special suggestion therapy for treatment of verrucae vulgares in children. METHODS: Nine children with warts on the hands and/or feet and in the face were treated with a simulated X-ray treatment. RESULTS: Five children showed a complete remission of warts, 3 children a partial remission. For 1 child, there was no response. On average, 3 treatment sessions were needed for children showing a complete remission. CONCLUSION: This therapy offers an easy-to-perform, alternative treatment option. It is noninvasive and does not depend on special psychological techniques for which training is required.
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