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If you are one of the millions of Americans suffering from genital warts, wart removal
is something you need to explore. Like most warts, the genital wart is not only ugly to
behold, it is located in the most inconvenient places, and all too often is a source of
embarrassment, discomfort, and pain.
What could be worse than preparing for a romantic evening with your loved one, only
to discover that you have developed one of these hideous growths in your most
intimate parts?
There are various genital wart removal methods, some costly, cumbersome or
painful; others cheap, easy, and pain-free. We'll give you some options to explore so
that you can decide for yourself which method or treatment is best for you.
First, you need to make sure that if you are going to treat a wart it is indeed a
wart and not some other type of skin disorder.
Warts are small masses of bumpy, cauliflower-like thickened skin. These growths or
benign tumors are triggered by any of the human papillomavirus (hpv) family of
viruses. They can appear just about anywhere on the human body.
Specifically, genital warts (i.e., condylomata acuminate), also known as venereal
warts, are warts that develop in the genitals or surrounding areas. Warts on penis
and vagina warts are the most common types of genital wart.
But they can also appear in the anal, rectal and perineal areas, upper thighs,
scrotum, cervix, and even the mouth or throat (as a result of oral sex). These growths
look like regular warts, but appear only in specific areas of the body.
Though warts, by and large, do not imperil one's health, they can cause a burning
sensation, pain, and even bleeding, especially inside the vagina. Removal options
should strongly be considered when any of these conditions arise.
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Women should be especially aware of the possibility of having genital warts on
the cervix.
These may be symptom-free and detectable only by microscope, but they can pose a
risk for developing cervical cancer. Regular screening for cervical cancer is
recommended for women.
Are warts contagious? Clearly, all warts are contagious because they are induced by
a virus. Genital warts are sexually transmitted. That is, an infected individual can
pass along the hpv virus to his or her partner by skin to skin contact (not through
bodily fluids) when engaging in genital, anal, or oral sex.
This happens more often than we would think, as this type of hpv virus very often is
asymptomatic, meaning that people often fail to realize they have it. To illustrate how
pervasive the genital form of hpv virus is, consider that of the more than 100 types of
hpv viruses, roughly 30 are transmitted sexually, causing genital hpv.
If warts do develop, genital wart removal options are available.
Removal of the wart does not remove the hpv virus, leaving the possibility that genital
warts may reappear. However, wart removal will always lead to an increased quality
of life and comfort and often warts do not reappear.
A good understanding and awareness of this skin disorder can help to prevent
infection. Proper precautions and putting into practice basic good skin care will help
reduce the possibility of hpv viruses entering the body and spreading. Of course,
healthy skin will always be better at fighting off viruses than damaged skin.
For sexually active people, genital warts should be treated as soon as possible to
avoid infecting others. Here are some genital wart removal tips and options for you to
consider:
Podophyllin and podofilox (Condylox) solution - doctor applies to destroy genital
wart tissue
Podofilox topical solution -can be applied externally at home after receiving
guidance from doctor; contains same active compound as Podophyllin.
Genital wart cream - apply Imiquimod (Aldara) to boost immune system. Not to
be used during sexual activity.
Chemical treatment - doctor applies lactic acid, salicylic acid, or trichloroacetic
acid to break down the infected skin, causing it to peel off.
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Cryotherapy - doctor uses liquid nitrogen to form blister around wart; new skin
appears when lesions slough off.
Electrocautery - doctor burns off genital wart using an electrical current.
Excision - doctor numbs area with local anesthetic, then cuts out the wart using
a scalpel or curette (sharp-edged spoon-like instrument)
Laser surgery - doctor uses high intensity beam of light to destroy especially
stubborn warts.
Natural treatments - do-it-yourself genital wart removal options.
Genital warts are usually harmless, but they can be embarrassingly ugly,
inconvenient, uncomfortable, and painful. They are also contagious and not the kind
of gift your lover wants to receive from you.
As you can see, there are several wart removal methods and treatments. Be aware
that these treatments may not always be covered by your health insurance plan.
There is no reason to put up with genital warts. Which of the above wart removal
treatments works best for you? Undecided? Check out our website for more
information.
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