It’s not uncommon for warts to appear solo. A lone rough patch, with or without the other symptoms discussed, could be a wart.
At times, warts decide they prefer company. When this happens, they can form in groups, creating a clustered appearance.
Warts can spread. If you notice a solitary wart and then see more appearing around it, it’s likely they’re multiplying. (6)
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