Genital Warts Symptoms
Genital warts symptoms may initially be painless and not cause any noticeable
symptoms so patients may not be aware that they are infected. They are soft,
moist, or flesh colored and appear in the genital area within weeks or months
after infection. They sometimes appear in clusters that resemble
cauliflower-like bumps, and are either raised or flat, small or large. Genital
warts symptoms can show up in women on the vulva and cervix, and inside and
surrounding the vagina and anus. In men, genital warts can appear on the scrotum
or penis. There are cases where genital warts have been found on the thigh and
groin.
Symptoms of Genital Warts:
- Itching or burning in your genital area
- Discomfort, pain or bleeding with intercourse
- Tiny, gray, pink or red swellings in your genital area that grow quickly
- Several warts close together that take on a cauliflower shape
Genital warts may be so small and flat that they can't be seen with the naked
eye. In order to detect these warts, your doctor may apply an acetic acid
solution to your genitals to whiten any warts. Then, he or she may view them
through a colposcope (microscope).
Genital warts may cause a number of problems during a pregnancy. Sometimes they
get larger during pregnancy, making it difficult to urinate. If the warts are in
the vagina, they can make the vagina less elastic and cause obstruction during
delivery.
Rarely, infants born to women with genital warts develop warts in their throats
(laryngeal papillomatosis). Although uncommon, it is a potentially
life-threatening condition for the child, requiring frequent laser surgery to
prevent obstruction of the breathing passages.
Early recognition of genital warts and prompt treatment can help prevent later
complications.
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