Is the reason you are reading this information because you have genital warts, know someone else that has, or just in general protecting yourself in case of? If it is the last of the three options, then a wise move on your part. If the reason be related to the other two queries then of course you will need to be checked over by your doctor sooner than later. Genital warts are a treatable condition.
Before talking about treatments, let us first make sure that it is genital warts that are the problem. There has in many medical cases in relation to all types of disease and conditions - misuse of medicines and medication. Treating an illness with inappropriate tablets or tonics can result in devastating consequences.
It is your GP that should make an accurate prognosis of your condition.
Genital warts are a sexually transmitted condition caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV.) If at any time a specific medical term has you not fully understanding treatment or other - then ask your doctor to explain.
Because genital warts can alter in appearance - the most common descriptive look is, flat with stalks or cauliflower-likes, and found on the genitals or close to the rectum/anus. Some types of HPV are more resistant to treatment than others. Some are connected with early stages of genital cancer, and because of this it is vitally important that treatment is sought after immediately. Genital warts are not an uncommon disease, in fact very regular and more known to affect young people in their 20s. If you are sexually active, then be warned because these primarily are spread through sexual contact. Condom use will help protect. Make sure to ask your partner to wear one. While the build up to having sex can be exciting, the mind becomes forgetful overlooking important issues like STDs.
Genital warts do not show until two weeks up to a month after infection. It can take longer before seeing warts. Usually there is no pain involved; however they can cause you to scratch them.
Genital warts can show differently - from flat to rough cauliflower-like warts (single or in clusters.) It is both male and female disease. In men the warts normally show on the penis or underneath the foreskin. They also can situate in the urethra, and at the very end of it, and around the rectum/anus. Never be tempted to scratch or pick the warts, it can further the infection into another type infection. Always cleanse the hands after touching the genitals regardless of genital warts or not
Genital warts in women is always more often than not found on the lips of the vulva, in the vagina, or close to the urethra and anus. It is not rare for them to go unnoticed. Invisible warts to the naked eye are common. If it were not for particular symptoms like itchiness and a burning sensation, - who knows how long for patient detection. Nonetheless your doctor will know.
You increase the risk of becoming infected if you are promiscuous (many sex partners) and do not use protection. An untreated disease is unhealthy and can cause a patient serious health issues later down the line. If embarrassment holds you back from seeking treatment, this is not good. The quicker your condition is determined and treated it ups the odds on successfully ridding the genital warts.
Your doctor will have seen and heard it all before - so nothing new. You will not have to answer questions if you don't want to. Your GP just wants to make you better so keep this mind
To detect 'invisible' genital warts your GP will swab the skin with acetic acid, they then will show as white patches on the skin. Treatment includes swabbing the infected area with cell poison, podophyllotoxin (Condyline.) Do not be alarmed, as stated earlier different medical terms are not just hard to understand but can sound scary too. Nevertheless, would you not prefer a scary term presented to you now in the early stage of your disease, than of having a scary term presented to you later after the condition has spread.
Some cases may be referred to a specialist in skin and sexually transmitted diseases who will remove the warts under local anesthetic using surgery, freezing, or laser treatment. Unfortunately if a person has suffered genital warts in the past they can face the risk of them returning. It is viral infection that can never be completely rid from the system.
If you are worried you may be infected there is many places you can approach and get support as well as treatment for your condition. The GUM or sexual health clinic specialize in STDs. General practices, contraception clinics, young people's services and some chemists may provide testing for some infections. Most testing processes and advice are given free depending where you go.
Tests for both men and women may include:
Examining the genitals, mouth, anus, rectum and skin to look for obvious signs of infection.
Urine sample.
Blood sample.
Swabs taken from the urethra and any sores or blisters, also throat and rectum (not always.)
For the female testing
Taking swabs from the vagina and cervix
Having an internal examination.
(fpa helplines)
England
helpline 0845 122 8690 - 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday
Northern Ireland
helpline 0845 122 8687 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday - 9am to 4.30pm Friday
Keep safe and think with your head and not with what is in the pants.
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