Category: Genital Warts

Genital warts, caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), are a common sexually transmitted infection. In the United States alone, there are over 3 million reported cases of genital warts each year. One effective way to prevent the contraction of genital warts is through vaccination against HPV. In severe cases, surgical removal may be necessary. However,...

Genital warts, also known as condylomata acuminata, are small, flesh-colored growths that appear on or around the genital area in both men and women. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are generally benign. While often asymptomatic, they can be bothersome, painful, and itchy. Since HPV and genital warts are sexually transmitted infections,...