Contrary to popular belief the wart virus, HPV, is very contagious indeed and having contact with an item from a person that has the virus will cause it to spread. The wart can not be trated with the use of antibiotics therefore it is easier to employ the following methods in the prevention of catching warts. Try using brand new brushes, combs and razors as the wart virus is able to attach itself to those items causing it to spread to different areas of the body.