Genital Warts, Is There A Cure?

Genital Warts are small, lumps in the genital region with a soft texture and are the result of the human papilloma virus (HPV). There are over one hundred different types of HPV which cause the warts including those that many people have on their hands

We are fortunate that only a few of the many HPVs are known to cause genital warts.

Genital warts are transmitted by having sex or intimate relations with a partner who is infected with the virus. The HPV passes from one person to the other through minute openings in the skin in the genital areas.

Warts can show up within 3 months, or they may lie dormant for years.

Condoms are of benefit in stopping the transfer of genital warts, however they are not infallible.

The warts are usually first discovered as small, cauliflower shaped lumps on or near the vagina, anus or penis. The infection may show as an individual wart or several in a group. Unfortunately, they have been known to grow deep inside the vagina or rectum and are not visible. As a test to see if lumps are actually warts, medical practitioners use a weak vinegar solution on the wart and if it turns white, this means it is a genital wart. Sometimes a sample may be cut from it for further testing.

Women sometimes are diagnosed with HPV as a result of a pap smear test.

In some cases, people may suffer itching pain around the genital openings, even if there are no warts present while many others have no recognizable symptoms and consequently may not know they are infected.

Genital warts are aggravated by dampness of the genital region and following use of incorrect drugs.

Salty baths and special creams also help relieve the discomfort

Currently, there is no treatments that can stop the virus, but there are several treatments for the warts themselves. Freezing the warts with liquid nitrogen is one treatment. They will of course feel very cold and blisters will form. Refrain from touching the blister as it will heal of its own accord. Treatment with a chemical solution which is painted on the warts is another method. Avoid wart paints if pregnant.

Creams are less harsh than the chemical paints and are ofter used when a large amount of warts are present. Hot wires are also used to burn the warts.

In all instances, take heed of the advice from your doctor and note that the warts have a habit of returning even long after they may have appeared to have cleared up.

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