Frequently Asked Questions on Genital Wart

What are genital warts?
Genital warts are the symptoms of human papilloma virus (HPV) infection. As such, genital warts are viral lesions caused by human papilloma viruses normally referred to as HPV. Genital warts are also known as venereal warts. They are also referred to by the technical term, condyloma acuminatum.

What do genital warts look like and what are the symptoms?
Genital warts are elevated growths which appear as small bumps on the genital skin. They may be white, pink or flesh-colored. There can be a single wart growth or they can be in clusters. Genital warts appear on moist surfaces, such as the penis as well as entrance of the vagina and rectum. The moist environment of the genitals best suits the genital warts HPV.

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However, genital warts are not always restricted to the genital area. In some rare cases, they may also develop in the mouth or throat due to oral sex activity.

What causes genital warts?
The reason for genital warts eruptions is the human papilloma virus (HPV). Genital warts are the symptoms of harboring the human papilloma virus (HPV).

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How are genital warts diagnosed?
Genital warts appear as soft, moist, pink, or flesh-colored swellings, growths or bumps, usually in the genital area. As such, they are easily diagnosed by visual inspection. However, some warts are so small that they are not visible to the naked eye. Vinegar (acetic acid) is applied to the suspected area which causes the warts to whiten and makes them more visible.

Colposcopy can also be performed, which is a procedure where the physician uses a special magnifying microscope to view the vagina and cervix for any abnormal growths like warts.

A pap smears is another test. Although pap smear tests cannot identify specific sexually transmitted infections, such as HPV, they can detect symptoms. This is done by distinguishing abnormal cells from normal cells under the microscope.

How do genital warts HPV spread?
Both male and female bodies can get infected with this genital warts HPV virus. There are various ways through which genital warts HPV spreads.

Sexual contact is the most common way through which genital wart HPV spreads. Visible genital warts are very contagious. Skin-to skin-contact, such as during sex, between a sterile person and one who has genital warts HPV is the primary reason for the spread of the human papilloma virus.

History of anal intercourse in both males and females, oral sex, oral contraceptives, non-sexual causes (fomites), and transmission from mother to baby are other reasons behind the spread of genital warts HPV.

Some other factors, such as smoking, poor nutrition and hygiene, immunosuppression, crowded or unsanitary living conditions, stress, the presence of other sexually transmitted diseases, and a concurrent viral disease increases the risk of contracting genital warts HPV.

What are the risks associated with untreated genital warts?

• Genital warts are very contagious and any sexual contact would lead to the transmission of HPV to an uninfected partner.
• Untreated genital warts may grow larger and multiply. They need to be kept clean to prevent them from getting infected as seen in the genital warts images below.

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• Genital warts HPV increase the risk of contracting other HPV types. Infection with multiple HPV types puts an individual at an increased risk of various cancers (cancer of the penis, cancer of cervix, etc.) and other sexually transmitted diseases.
• The HPV virus can also be transmitted from mother to baby through the untreated genital warts (vaginal warts) in the birth canal during delivery. Getting genital warts treated considerably reduces the risk of transmission.
• Genital warts may itch and bleed, interfere with bowel movements, and cause pain during urination or sexual activity.
• Genital warts are unattractive and embarrassing, which can result in lost desire to indulge in sexual activity with the person infected.
• If left untreated for a long time, it becomes more difficult to get rid of genital warts and they may end up requiring more then one treatment. Genital warts should be treated as soon as they appear.

What are the treatments for genital warts?
There are different alternatives for getting rid of genital warts (venereal warts), common warts, plantar warts, vaginal warts and mouth warts. Treatments for warts include:

Treatments for warts:

Natural Home Remedy for Genital Warts.

Topical medication treatments

• Imiquimod (Aldara)• Bleomycin• Podofilox (Condylox)

These Genital Warts Treatments can be applied in the privacy of your home.

Chemical medications:Surgical options include:

• Podophyllin• Laser Therapy
• Trichloroacetic Acid• Cryosurgery or Cryotherapy
• Bichloroacetic Acid• Electrosurgery or Electrocautery

These Cure for Genital Warts require visits to your health care provider.

Does treatment of genital warts gets rid of the HPV virus?
There is no assurance that the body is no longer carrying the HPV virus after the treatment of genital warts. However, after having a genital wart cleared, a person becomes less contagious and considerably reduces any future complications arising due to genital warts. Reasons for Genital Warts Removal gives more details.

How can a genital warts HPV infection be prevented?
A person should consider the following factors that will help prevent the genital warts virus (human pimpolla virus):

• No oral sex.• No unnatural sex.
• Using condoms.• No oral contraceptives.
• No multiple sexual partners.• Regular Exercise.
• No smoking.• Timely nutritious diet.
• No sex or sex with the same single person.
• No skin contact with visible genital warts.

Do condoms eliminate genital warts HPV infection?
The latest scientific research does not provide sufficient evidence that condoms should be used as a prime prevention strategy. Since HPV can infect the scrotum and vulva, transmission can occur from outside the area covered by a condom. However, a condom does provide a physical barrier to the most common site of infection so there is less risk for HPV infection.

What are the risks of having genital warts during pregnancy?
A woman’s body undergoes many changes during pregnancy. The hormonal changes may encourage the growth and number of genital warts eruptions. This may induce bowl problems or make delivery more difficult. In rare cases, this can lead to cesarean section delivery.

An expectant mother who has genital warts (vaginal warts) can transmit the infection to her baby during delivery. If the child gets infected, the HPV infection shows up in the baby's throat or mouth, resulting in problems, such as difficulty in breathing and feeding.

If genital warts (as shown in the genital warts images above) are cleared, there is no risk of any complications during pregnancy or any transmission of genital warts HPV to the baby.