Condyloma acuminata, or genital warts, is a symptom of human papilloma virus (HPV) and can be painful, unattractive, and embarrassing. Women with the condition are at risk of developing cervical cancer. Treatment options include wart removal, antiviral drugs, and boosting the immune system. A vaccine is available to prevent the condition and reduce the overall frequency of the virus.
Condyloma acuminata is another term used to describe the sexually transmitted disease popularly known as genital warts. These are small warts that often form in a grouped pattern on the genitals, anus, or mouth. The condition is a symptom of human papilloma virus (HPV). Condyloma acuminatum is often painful and can be unattractive or embarrassing. There is also a serious cancer risk for women who catch the virus.
Genital warts are relatively common compared to many other STDs. The warts themselves are often painless, but they can be itchy or inflamed. Touching them and then touching other parts of the body can help spread them, as can skin-to-skin sexual contact.
Women who suffer from condyloma acuminata are more likely to develop cervical cancer. If warts are treated, this risk can be mitigated to some extent, but is generally not a guarantee. Condoms can reduce the spread of condyloma acuminatum, but they aren’t foolproof. Sometimes warts can appear in unprotected areas around the genitals.
It is also possible for people to have warts inside the sexual organs. In these cases, they can spread disease without awareness of a risk. If a person has fewer sexual partners, it can reduce the chance of getting the disease, although some people can be exposed without getting the disease if their immune systems are strong enough.
There are several possible treatments for condyloma acuminata. Many of them focus on wart removal, which can be done using cryotherapy, electricity, or a scalpel. Some doctors may also prescribe antiviral drugs or medicines to boost the immune system response. In some cases, patients can recover from the condition on their own. The severity of the condition will generally determine what types of treatments are used by doctors.
There is a vaccination available for condyloma acuminata, which is used very frequently, especially for young females entering puberty. This is mainly designed to avoid getting cervical cancer. Some doctors also recommend giving this vaccination to young people to help reduce the overall frequency of the virus. The general idea is to administer the vaccine to adolescents before they begin sexual activity.
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