Genital Warts FAQs
Genital Warts FAQs
What exactly are genital warts?
Genital warts are tiny, flesh colored cauliflower-like bumps which are found in the genital region. The warts can occur in both men and women, on or around the genital organs.
What is it that actually causes genital warts?
The main culprit for genital warts infection is the human papilloma virus, otherwise known as HPV. Condyloma is also another name for genital warts.
How is it that people suffer from genital warts?
The warts are transmitted sexually (STD) and are contracted via skin contact during sexual activity.
Are genital warts easily detected?
Because genital warts are painless growths around or on the sex organs they may not be easily detected. Sometimes special tests are required to identify the HPV virus.
Should the presence of genital warts be worrying?
This depends entirely whereabouts the warts are situated. On women, genital warts found in the cervix could be a reason for serious concern. In such situations, regular pap smear tests are advised.
If diagnosed with genital warts, what should I do?
If someone has been diagnosed with genital warts, they should see their doctor on a regular basis. Any treatment advised by them should be carefully followed and lifestyle changes should also be rigorously stuck to. Women who are pregnant and are diagnosed with genital warts need to be particularly careful with all medical checkups and treatments because the condition could have an adverse affect the unborn child.
What are the usual treatments available for genital warts?
Cryotherapy, the process of applying cold liquid chemicals to the warts, is often used to remove them. It may necessitate several applications of the chemical to ensure the proper elimination of the warts. HIV positive infected patients will need a somewhat different approach as the warts have a tendency to increase in both size and numbers rapidly.
Can genital warts resurface after treatment?
It is always possible as the virus remains present, even after the removal of the warts. The transmission of the virus to others is also a possibility if the virus remains in the patient’s skin following treatment.
