Genital Warts - Human Papilloma Virus - HPV
Genital
warts, caused by some types of HPV - Human Papilloma Virus, can appear on the
skin anywhere in the genital area as white or flesh-coloured, smooth, small
bumps, or larger, fleshy, cauliflower-like lumps.
Some facts
- There
are more than 100 different subtypes of HPV, and around 30 of them
specifically affect the genitals.
- Other
HPV subtypes cause warts to grow on different parts of the body, such as
the hands.
- Not
everyone infected with HPV will develop genital warts.
- Some
people will be infected with a strain that does not produce warts, or they
will remain asymptomatic (i.e. no warts will appear), even though the
virus is present in the skin or mucous membranes around the genital area,
or on the cervix in women.
- Those
who do go on to develop genital warts will usually notice them 1 to 3
months after initial infection.
Symptoms of genital warts
- Infected
person may notice pinkish, white small lumps or larger cauliflower-shaped
lumps on the genital area.
- Genital
warts can appear on or around the penis, the scrotum, the thighs or the
anus.
- In
women genital warts can develop around the vulva or inside the vagina and
on the cervix.
- If
a woman has warts on her cervix, this may cause slight bleeding or, very
rarely, an unusual coloured vaginal discharge.
- Warts
may occur singly or in groups.
- The
warts may itch, but they are usually painless. Sometimes genital warts can
be difficult to spot.
- In
severe cases, it is possible for genital warts to spread from the genitals
to the area around the anus, even if anal intercourse has not occurred.
- Occasionally,
people can confuse skin problems caused by other STDs (such as genital
herpes, syphilis or molluscum) with genital warts.
- Some
people may become very worried because they mistake perfectly normal and
non-infectious lumps and bumps for genital warts.
Some conditions that may be confused with
genital warts include:
Pearly penile papules
- Small
white or skin-coloured bumps that, when numerous, appear in a ring around
the edge of the head of the penis. More rarely, similar papules may be
found on the vulva.
Angiokeratomas
- Bright
red or purple spots that look a little like blood blisters.
Sebaceous glands - also known as 'Fordyce
spots'
- Hard
white, yellowish or skin-coloured little bumps that may be found all over
the skin of the penis and scrotum in men, and the vulva in women.
Sebaceous glands produce a substance called sebum, which keeps the skin
healthy.
Pimples or spots
- This
Pimples or spots Caused by blocked sebaceous glands. Pimples and spots can
form just as easily around the genital area as they do on the face, and
may become sore and inflamed in a similar way.
All
of the above are common, non-infectious skin manifestations that are not
sexually transmitted.
Mode of HPV infection
Genital
HPV is transmitted by genital skin-to-skin contact, or through the transfer of
infected genital fluids. This is usually during vaginal or anal sex, but it is
also possible to pass it on through non-penetrative sexual activity.
If
you have any symptoms or are worried you may have been infected with an STD,
consult your doctor without any hesitation.
Prevention
- If
you have genital warts, following these suggestions helps to protect your
partner.
- Use
condoms when having sex. But remember that condoms will only prevent the
transmission of genital warts if they cover the affected areas. Talk to
your doctor for more advice on safer sex.
- Keep
your genitals clean and dry.
- Don't
use scented soaps and bath oils or vaginal deodorants, as these may
irritate the warts.
- Make
sure that your partner has a check-up too, as they may have warts that
they haven't noticed.
If
you have any doubt about lumps and bumps on the genitals its good to consult
the doctor without any hesitation.
Treatment for genital warts,
Symptomatic
Homeopathy medicines help for HPV.
Whom to Contact
for Genital Warts - Human Papilloma Virus – HPV, Homeopathy Treatment
Dr.Senthil Kumar Treats many cases of Genital Warts -
Human Papilloma Virus - HPV. In his medical professional experience with
successful results. Many patients get relief after taking treatment from
Dr.Senthil Kumar. Dr.Senthil Kumar
visits Chennai at Vivekanantha Homeopathy Clinic Velachery Chennai 42. To get
appointment please call or mail us.
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