FAQ: What do genital warts look like?

Genital warts usually appear as a small bump or groups of bumps in the genital area. They can be small or large, raised or flat, or shaped like a cauliflower. Health care providers can diagnose warts by looking at the genital area during an office visit. Warts can appear within weeks or months after sexual [...]

FAQ: What causes acne?

Acne begins when oil and dead skin cells combine to clog the skin's pores resulting in small red bumps. When germs get into the pores, the result can be swelling, redness, and pus. Acne is common during the teen years because of hormone changes that occur during puberty that make the skin more oily after [...]

FAQ: What is acne?

Acne vulgaris, commonly known as Acne, occurs when dead skin cells and oil clog up skin pores.  This skin problem is also referred you as pimples, zits, blackheads, whiteheads or blemishes.  Acne can be both mild and severe.  Mild acne is when you just have a few pimples or red spots.  Severe acne can result [...]

How can I reduce the risk of contracting genital warts?

Any person who is sexually active can come across this common virus. Ways to reduce the risk are: * Not having sex with anyone. * Having sex only with one partner who has sex only with you. People who have many sex partners are at higher risk of getting other STDs. * If someone has [...]

How are genital warts and HPV diagnosed?

Sometimes, warts can be very hard to see. Also, it can be hard to tell the difference between a wart and normal bumps on the genital area. If someone thinks he or she has warts or have been exposed to HPV, they should go to a doctor or clinic. A doctor or nurse will check [...]

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