Like all STDs, there is nothing great about having acquired Venereal Warts. While most STDs come and go, the virus associated with Venereal Warts has been associated with cancer.
Certain strains of the HPV are strongly linked to cancer of cervix, penis, and even the anus. One thing all consumers have to understand- not everyone who acquires this virus develops a cancer. However, because of the small but real risk of cancer, all women who are sexually active and have been infected with the HPV need to undergo regular pap smears.
The cancers, which occur after HPV usually, take years to develop and if appropriate screening is done, the cancer can be caught early and one can be cured. There are no screening tests like a pap smear for men. Men, if they have a wart growing on the penis should definitely see a health care worker.
Venereal warts are also a hassle to have during a pregnancy. When the warts grow large, they can irritate the vaginal wall and also reduce the circumference of the vagina and make childbirth difficult. In rare cases, the infant may acquire the genital warts in the mouth area and have difficulty breathing. Sometimes this requires performing emergency surgery on the baby to free the airways.
For all patients, venereal warts should not be taken lightly. If you do visit a health care professional ask questions. The only way to get the best treatment is by being informed
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