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Genital Warts
Genital warts are soft growths on the skin and mucous membranes of the genitals. They can be found on the penis, vulva, urethra, vagina, cervix as well as in and around the anus.
Genital warts are common and are caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV) so being one of the most common sexually transmitted infections almost all sexually active people could be infected at some point in their lives.
They may look like small flesh – colored bumps or have a cauliflower appearance. In many cases, the warts are too small to be visible.
Some strains of genital HPV can cause genital warts, while others can cause cancer.
Currently there are vaccionation schemes that, if applied on time can eradicate the possibility of suffering from cervical cancer , anorectal cancer and minimize the appearance of genital warts due to HPV infection.
Genital warts are usually spread during vaginal, anal and oral sex with an infected person as they are spread by skin to skin contact and can be spread even when there is no ejaculation and without the penis entering the vagina.
However, and although it is very rare, they can also be transmitted to a baby during a vaginal delivery.
You are more likely to transmit genital warts when symptoms are present. That´s why if you notice a wart, it´s best to get tested and treated to help lower the risk of passing genital warts to someone else.
People most likely to get or spread genital warts are:
-People with multiple sexual partners
-People sexually active at young age
-People with unprotected sexual activity
-People who use tobacco or alcohol
-People with some viral infection, such as herpes and stress at the same time
-Pregnant women
-People with a weakened immune system due to a condition such as diabetes, pregnancy, HIV/ AIDS or medication.
Laser treatment to remove genital warts due to HPV is a novel and decisive treatment for this type of condition.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
Genital warts can take weeks, months or even years to appear after sexual contact with someone infected, but the most common symptoms include:
- Small, flesh- colored, brown or pink swelling in the genital area
- A cauliflower like shape caused by several warts in close proximity to each other
- Itching or discomfort in the genital area
- Bleeding during intercourse
