FAQ: How Do I Know If I Have Genital Warts?

Like many STDs, HPV does not always have visible symptoms. But when symptoms do occur, warts may be seen around the genital area. In women, warts can develop on the outside and inside of the vagina, on the cervix (the opening to the uterus), or around the anus. In men, they may be seen on [...]

FAQ: How do people get HPV?

HPV is passed on through genital contact, most often during vaginal and anal sex. HPV may also be passed on during oral sex and genital-to-genital contact. HPV can be passed on between straight and same-sex partners?even when the infected partner has no signs or symptoms. A person can have HPV even if years have passed [...]

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 [...]

How are genital warts transmitted?

* Any person who is sexually active can get genital warts. * The types of HPV that cause genital warts are usually spread by direct skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, anal, or possibly oral sex with someone who has this infection. * Very little is known about passing subclinical HPV to sex partners. HPV may be [...]

How often can episodes of genital warts occur?

* Some people only have one episode, while others have recurrences * When warts are present, the virus is considered active * When warts are gone, the virus is latent (sleeping) in the skin cells – it may or may not be contagious at this time * Genital warts may or may not return after [...]

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