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Gential Warts

Were you looking for information about Genital Warts? Gential warts is a common misspelling of genital warts.
 
Genital warts are soft, moist, and pink- or flesh-colored swellings that typically occur on the vulva, cervix, vagina, or penis. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are highly contagious.
 
They are now one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases, more common than even genital herpes. Various treatment options are available, including prescription drugs and certain medical procedures. However, it's important to note that there is currently no cure. If you have genital warts, there is no way to know if they will grow or disappear. In many cases, they will disappear on their own without treatment.
  
(Click Genital Warts for more information on the early signs and symptoms of genital warts, treatment options, and tests that are commonly used to diagnose the condition. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD