Genital Warts

This is also known as condyhoma acuminate, are one of the must common STDs in the world. It is important to note that everyone. It is important to note that not everyone infected with human papillomavirus (HPV) has symptoms. HPV has been implicated in an increased risk of cervical cancer in women.

Causes

Human papillomavirus or HPV

Signs and Symptoms

Genital warts appear weeks or months after infections in the vulva, vagina and cervix in women. In men, warts appear on the scrotum and penis. They have also been known to appear around the anus and on the thighs and groin. It is important to note that HPV can be spread even if the patient has no outward signs of the disease.

Treatment

Imiquimod cream 20% podophyllin antimotic solutions and TCA (tricholoractic acid) may be used to remove warts. Cryosurgery, cantery, and laser surgery may also be used, however, the virus remains in the patient’s body. Currently, there is no treatment to rid the body of the virus. Vaccines to prevent infection with HPV are being developed and tested.