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Genatal Warts -- Information

Were you looking for information about Genital Warts? Genatal warts is a common misspelling of genital warts.
 
Genital warts, which are spread through sexual contact, are usually soft, moist, or flesh-colored swellings that appear in the genital area. They are caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) and are one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Many different treatment options are available for genital warts, including prescription drugs and certain medical procedures.
 
(Click Genital Warts for a more detailed description of what genital warts look like, an explanation of how they are transmitted, and a list of treatment options that are available.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD