Genital Warts
Alternate Names : Condyloma, Condylomata Acuminata, Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Penile Warts, Venereal Warts
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Genital Warts Treatment
Genital warts must be treated by a doctor. DO NOT use over-the counter remedies meant for other kinds of warts. Your doctor may treat genital warts by applying a skin treatment in the office. Or, the doctor may prescribe a medication that you apply at home several times per week.
Surgical treatments include cryosurgery, electrocauterization, laser therapy, or surgical excision.
If you develop genital warts, all of your sexual partners MUST be examined by a health care provider and treated if genital warts are found.
After your initial treatment, your doctor will schedule follow-up examinations to see if the warts have returned.
Women who have had genital warts, and female partners of men with a history of genital warts, should have pap smears at least every 6 months. For warts on the cervix, women may be advised to have pap smears every 3 months after initial treatment.
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