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 [...]

Cystocele

A cystocele (pronounced /ˈsɪstəsiːl/ SIS-tə-seel) is a medical condition that occurs when the tough fibrous wall between a woman’s bladder and her vagina (the pubocervical fascia) is torn by childbirth, allowing the bladder to herniate into the vagina. Urethroceles often occur with cystoceles.

What do genital warts look like?

Genital warts appear as flesh-toned or gray growths that are raised or flat on, in and around the genitals. They can grow in clusters that resemble cauliflower, or they can appear singularly. In women, genital warts appear inside and outside of the vagina and inner thighs. They can also appear on the anal region, growing [...]

What are the symptoms of genital warts?

Like many other STDs, HPV infection often does not cause symptoms. One study sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) reported that almost half of the all women with HPV had no visible symptoms. However, in many cases, small, hard spots (easily visible to the eye) can develop within three weeks [...]