do i have genital warts?
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Oh my GOD STOP ASKING. NO, YOU DON'T.\n\nGo to Google and search for "Pearly Penile Papules." Sounds to me like that's what you have.
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There is no treatment available over the counter for genital warts.  Please don't use any old wart tincture - it won't work.\n\nYou need to see your GP or STD clinic.  The most common treatment is to freeze them off with liquid nitrogen.\n\nThey are highly contagious so you'd be wise to avoid sexual contact till you get the all clear - unless you want a miffed off partner.
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This is Human Pappiloma Virus (HPV), most commonly known as genital warts. Contagious and incurable, it's most common symptom are small warts around the genitals and anus resembling flesh colored caulifowers. The warts can be removed by a doctor, but the underlying disease is incurable and can be spread with or without the presence of warts. If left untreated, can cause sterility. Use a condom from now on, or send her packin'.
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human papilloma virus\n\nThere are two different kinds, one causes genital warts like herpes, the other is the major cause of cervical cancer.  Pester your doctor into telling you which kind you have.  Make her do a test of the cells on the inside of your cervix, it's like an advanced pap smear; I think it was called colposcopy when I had it done.    Keep in mind before you get all panicky that OVER 85% of females who have had any sort of sexual contact at all are carrying this virus.  You can carry the virus and have nothing ever happen from it.  You are not alone.  Go do a google search and you will see what I mean.
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If it's just one, it's probably not genital warts. They tend to come in clusters and will spread around your penis. The solution is to have then burned off with liquid nitrogen. This can take several treatments, and if they aren't all removed they may re-occur.\n\nOther symptoms that are sometimes confused as genital warts are molluscum contagiosum (another sexually transmittable disease) and fordyce spots (not a disease at all.)\n\nThe best thing to do is see a doctor ASAP. Only a doctor can provide an accurate diagnosis. If the private hospital is your only option, then go there. But it's better to know the truth, and if treatment is neccesary to start early.\n\nDon't gamble with the crown jewels. Good luck!
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What are Condyloma? \nCondylomata acuminata or genital warts are fleshy growths which appear in the genital area. They are caused by HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS (HPV) and are usually spread by sexual contact. \n\nSymptoms and Diagnosis. \nGenital warts first appear as small pink or red bumps on the vulva (lips of the vagina), vagina, cervix, penis shaft, urinary opening or rectum. They are usually painless, but some people may have itching, burning or slight bleeding from these areas. \n\nThe time between exposure to the virus and the appearance of warts is not known. It could be anywhere from several weeks to several years before symptoms occur. Because of this, it is had to tell when and where you were exposed to the virus. \n\nSometimes vaginal infections and pregnancy can cause warts to grow and spread. One study showed that 20% of women with genital warts also had a vaginal infection. Unless that infection is treated, the warts may not go away. Warts may spread up inside the vagina and on the cervix. They may also cause abnormal Pap smears. During pregnancy warts may be treated so they do not spread or grow larger. In men, warts may spread inside the penis causing problems when they urinate. \n\nThe diagnosis of condylomata acuminata is usually made by a health care provider simply inspecting the genital area. Occasionally, they may want to remove a wart and send it to the lab for further tests. Because genital warts are a sexually transmitted disease other tests may be done for other sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea, Chlamydia, syphilis, HIV and hepatitis. \n\nTreatment.\nGenital warts are frustrating for you to have and frustrating for doctors to treat. Some warts will disappear on their own. Others may come and go despite vigorous treatment. One of the most important things you can do is to KEEP YOUR APPOINTMENTS! The treatment is easier when the warts are small and few in number. There is no one magic treatment for genital warts. Many methods may be tried depending on where, how large and how long the warts have been there. \n\nCertain chemicals may be applied to smaller warts on moist areas. The most common chemical used is called TRICHLOROACETIC ACID (TCA). TCA is a clear, watery liquid that is painted on the warts. It causes a burning sensation as it dries. The warts will turn a whitish color, shrink and disappear. It will take weekly treatments for a number of weeks to get rid of the warts. \n\nAnother chemical, PODOPHYLLIN, is a brown liquid that may also be used. It also causes a burning sensation as it dries. It must be washed off with soap and water 4 to 6 hours after it has been applied. In certain circumstances, a preparation of this medication may be applied by the patient at home. \n\nIf TCA and PODOPHYLLIN do not work, the doctor may try freezing the wart with a treatment called CRYOTHERAPY, treating the affected area with topical 5FU CREAM, or performing laser surgery. Occasionally, INTERFERON injections are used if all other methods of treatment have failed. \n\nNone of the treatments mentioned here are a guarantee that the warts will never come back. Once the wart virus (HPV) is in the skin, genital warts may occur again and again. This may require numerous visits to the doctor and many months of treatment. We know this can be very discouraging, but remember -- warts are easier to treat when they are small and few in number. KEEP THOSE APPOINTMENTS! \n\nIf the condyloma do not respond to treatment, your doctor may refer you to the Colposcopy Clinic. There your vulva or cervix will be examined through a special scope that magnifies the area. Tissue samples (biopsies) may be taken for further study. The doctors can then recommend further treatment options. \n\nPrevention\nThere are two ways to prevent getting warts: \n\nUse condoms during sex. Protect yourself. \nCelibacy - not having sex. \nIf you have warts: \n\nAvoid sexual contact during treatment. \nIf your warts are recurrent or you have a
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No, but you can get warts from a horny guy (if he is infected with human papilloma virus.)
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Unprotected sexual intercourse! Genital warts may be small, flat, flesh-colored bumps or tiny, cauliflower-like bumps. In men, genital warts can grow on the penis, near the anus, or between the penis and the scrotum. In women, genital warts may grow on the vulva and perineal area, in the vagina and on the cervix. Genital warts vary in size and may even be so small that you can't see them. They can lead to cancer of the cervix in women or cancer of the penis in men. Hope this helps. They are able to remove them.The warts can be removed, but the viral infection itself can't be cured. The virus goes on living inside your skin. This is why the warts often return after they have been removed. You may need to have them removed more than once.
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Stop shaving for a few days and see if the bumps disappear. If they don't, and if you have a reason to suspect that you have an STD, contact a doctor.
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Genital warts are caused by the human papilloma virus.  Genital warts are very contagious and are spread during oral, vaginal, or an-al sex with an infected partner. They are transmitted by skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, an-al, or (rarely) or-al sex with someone who is infected. About two-thirds of people who have sexual contact with a partner with genital warts will develop warts, usually within 3 months of contact.
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Genital warts and genital herpes are two completely different things (a few people answering are obviously confusing the two). Both are viruses and will stay with you the rest of your life. Genital warts are caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus). There are a few ways to get rid of them. You can have them lasered off, frozen off, or use topical medication (creams). As for home remedies, nothing really works. The more you wait, the more they spread and can become VERY painful (I had to call off work, they were so painful).\n\nAldara cream is very useful, but very powerful. You are only suppose to use it 3 days a week because you can get 2nd and 3rd degree burns from it. Unfortunately the only way to get Aldara is by going to the doctor and getting a prescription. You do not need to go to a dermatologist. Your regular family doctor can help. Hope this helps. Good luck!
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Verucca is another name for a wart...it could be HPV. Ask a dermatologist.
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Sounds to me like he has HPV. (Genital Warts)  U need to make him go get tested. Condoms do not protect u against HPV and there are certain types that increase the risk of cervical cancer in women. Also, most people who have HPV do not show any symptoms, so it's possible u already have it. Go see ur gynocologist and ask for a HPV test. If u have it, u should have a pap smear every 3-4 months to check for abnormal cell growth. If u do, dont get hysterical over it, HPV will usually go away on it's own within a year or two as long as u are no longer having sex with an infected partner, and in most cases it doesnt turn into cancer. But better to know for sure and keep up with regular checks just in case.
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The pictures that you usually see on the internet are of extreme cases.  Most often genital warts (HPV) look like the head of a pin (and they are about the same size.)  They tend to be very small and smooth.\n\nIf someone has something going on with their immune system, like HIV, or other diseases or conditions, the warts may become large.\n\nOnly a doctor can tell if you have genital warts.  It's very common to have small bumps or pimples in the genital area & people may mistakenly think they have HPV.\n\nWomen diagnosed with HPV need to find out if the have the high-risk or low-risk variety.  High risk HPV can cause cervical cancer.  High-risk tends not to develop warts, whereas low-risk tends to produce warts.\n\nIf you really want to see pictures of extreme cases, go to Yahoo's home page, type in genital warts and click on the "images" button, then hit search.  Some pics should show up.
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Genital warts are caused by Human Papiloma Virus (HPV)  Direct contact with the virus through sexual contact with an affected partner is how the virus is transmitted.  You need not have visible lesions to transmit HPV, and, at this time, there is no way to cmpletely rid yourself of HPV.\n\nTreatment ranges from nothing, to topical medications, to surgical destructon or removal of the lesions as warranted by the specific presentation.\n\nWomen with exposure to HPV are at higher risk than the general population for cervical cancer - so it is very important to have regular PAP smears and pelvic exams.  \n\nWhile you are at that - talk to your doctor about treatments to decrease the appearance of warts as well as how to discuss this with potential partners and minimize the risk of spread.
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Same thing as genital warts.
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Infection with HPV usually does not cause symptoms. Most HPV infections are latent, meaning the virus is present but is not multiplying or producing any signs of infection. Visible genital warts appear only during active infection. (However, you may spread the virus even if you do not have warts.) Warts may look like tiny bunches of cauliflower or like flat, white areas that may be difficult to see.