What are Genital Warts?

 

Genital warts which are also called venereal warts is a form of sexually transmitted diseases (STD) that is most common around the world. Genital warts looks like a cauliflower or tiny flesh bumps that can grow near the genital area. For men, they grow between the scrotum and the penis and also the anus while for women, they are found in the vagina, on the cervix, vulva and the surrounding areas. Genital warts, which are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for other STDs as well.

When doctors recommend safe sex, it’s for a reason. Of course we mainly think of it only when we are talking about AIDS, but it’s actually an advice to prevent all kinds of STDs. Genital warts are a kind of sexually transmitted infection (STI), which means that they are transmitted through sexual contacts. Types of infections vary from sexual intercourse to infected sex toys and external contraception.

If you’re wondering whether you have genital warts, just check around your genital part and also your anus. Genital warts are like cauliflower fleshy bumps. When you do see them around your private parts, it has already come to a point that their appearances are accompanied by minor illnesses or irritations. The size of the warts depends on the level of severity that accompanies the formation. For those of you, who think that you don’t have genital warts, think again. Genital warts are sometimes not visible to the naked eye. Invisible genital warts might easily progress untreated and cause more severe medical problems, irritations and side effects. Untreated genital warts can grow into cervix cancer and for men, cancer of the penis.

You might also want to re-consider whether you have genital warts based on your sexual intercourse. Sexual intercourse might be painful as the skin comes touches the genital warts and causes minor or severe irritations. Genital warts are very sensitive and therefore shouldn’t be touched, rubbed or any actions such as to remove the warts yourself as it might cause injuries that will prolong or causes more severe infections.

Good news is, genital warts can be treated. A few types of surgeries such as cryotherapy and bu using lasers are effective enough to cut the warts off from the skin. However, some other common treatments are by applying special chemicals to the infected areas.

Genital warts are basically a common disease that can be treated and eliminated completely. So, to ensure a healthy and clean sexual life or even just for personal hygiene, make sure you go for your check-ups regularly.