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what is the most effective treatment for genital warts

by Violet Heller Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Patient-applied therapy such as imiquimod cream or podofilox is increasingly recommended. Podofilox, imiquimod, surgical excision, and cryotherapy are the most convenient and effective options.Dec 15, 2004

Medication

Simple Remedies to Get Rid of Genital Warts

  1. Apple Cider Vinegar for Genital Warts Removal. Many scientific studies have approved of vinegar to be an effective treatment for warts. ...
  2. Witch Hazel Remedy for Genital Warts Removal. Witch hazel is a fine herb to cure genital warts. ...
  3. Castor Oil Remedy for Genital Warts Removal. Castor oil consists of multiple complex compounds some of which can get you rid of your genital warts.

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Procedures

  • Podofilox is a cream which is plant-based used to treat external genital warts. It is used to stop wart cells from growing. ...
  • Imiquimod. This cream works to remove external warts in the genital area, as well as strengthen the immune system’s ability to battle them off. ...
  • Sinecatechins. ...

What are some home remedies for vaginal warts?

Yes, you can. Many doctors have been recommending the use of VidaroX in treating wart outbreaks in combination with prescription medications. VidaroX works so well on its own, though, once you start using it, there’s no need to take anything else.

What is the best way to remove genital warts?

  • Avoid touching someone’s wart. ...
  • Make sure that everyone in your home has their own towels, washcloths, razors, nail clippers, socks, and other personal items. ...
  • Clean and cover cuts and scrapes. ...
  • Wash your hands often. ...
  • Prevent dry, cracked skin. ...
  • Stop nail biting and cuticle chewing. ...

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What is the fastest way to get rid of genital warts?

If you've developed genital warts, your doctor has a few options for treatment. The fastest way to remove them is through surgery or to freeze them off with liquid nitrogen. Some doctors might use an electric current or laser treatment to burn off the warts.

How do you get rid of genital warts forever?

What can I do after treatment to make sure I don't get anymore warts? Genital warts can be treated, but they can't be cured. You're removing the warts, but you'll still have the HPV that causes them. The HPV may go away at some point on its own, but there's no way to know for sure.

How do you get rid of a wart on your private part?

If visible warts don't go away with time, you may need minor surgery to remove them. Your doctor can also remove warts through these procedures: electrocautery, or burning warts with electric currents. cryosurgery, or freezing warts.

Is genital warts completely curable?

Some people have genital warts just once, while others have recurring outbreaks. Treatment can get rid of the warts, but it can't cure them or HPV. You'll always be infectious and need to practice safe sex with your partners.

Why do my genital warts keep coming back?

Sometimes, the immune system clears the warts within a few months. But even if the warts go away, the HPV might still be active in the body. So the warts can come back. Usually within 2 years, the warts and the HPV are gone from the body.

What happens if genital warts is left untreated?

Genital warts that go untreated may eventually cause abnormal urine flow in men (if warts are present in the urethra); bleeding from the urethra, vagina, or anus; or vaginal discharge. The HPV types that cause genital warts are not linked to cancer, but some other types of HPV that also infect the mucous membranes are.

What are 3 symptoms of genital warts?

Genital warts look like skin-colored or whitish bumps that show up on your vulva, vagina, cervix, penis, scrotum, or anus. They kind of look like little pieces of cauliflower. You can have just one wart or a bunch of them, and they can be big or small. They might be itchy, but most of the time they don't hurt.

What do doctors prescribe for genital warts?

Doctors can treat mild cases of genital warts with prescription topical products, such as imiquimod (Aldara), podofilox (Condylox), and sinecatechins (Veregen). You apply these products yourself. But it's vital that you follow all instructions and complete the entire course of therapy.

What can be mistaken for genital warts?

Genital warts can be mistaken for harmless things like moles, skin tags, or penile pearly papules (small bumps found around the edge of the head of the penis and also the entrance of the vagina). These things aren't infections.

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