Understanding HPV Transmission: Common Questions Answered
Regarding the transmission routes of the HPV virus? Hello Dr. Wu, I have a few questions I would like to ask you. 1. If a tissue or adhesive bandage is contaminated with HPV (whether it is the type that causes genital warts or warts on the hands and feet), and someone subsequen...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. It's possible, but the chances are low. 2. The incubation period can range from several months to several years, and blood tests may not always detect it. 3. There is infectiousness for several hours. 4. Live cells. 5. No, it will not.[Read More] Understanding HPV Transmission: Common Questions Answered
Can Warts Spread to the Tongue? Answers to Common Concerns
Can viral warts be transmitted if they come into contact with the tongue? I have a hard little spot on my finger, and after seeing a dermatologist, I was told it is a common wart. If it comes into contact with my tongue, will it be contagious? If there are no wounds or if there a...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to viral warts and genital warts (condylomata acuminata), you can refer to the articles on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52 and http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=154. Human papilloma...[Read More] Can Warts Spread to the Tongue? Answers to Common Concerns
Understanding and Managing Viral Warts: Expert Advice for Persistent Cases
Viral warts on the skin Hello Dr. Lee: I have been troubled by viral warts since 2013, with lesions appearing in various parts of my body. I have suffered for many years without healing. I would like to ask the doctor: 1. Can alcohol disinfection kill viral warts? 2. Can warts on...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health website http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/index.aspx?CID=14. Generally speaking, while human papillomavirus (HPV) is contagious, its transmissibility is not very high. Regular h...[Read More] Understanding and Managing Viral Warts: Expert Advice for Persistent Cases
Understanding Plantar Warts: Treatment, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Plantar wart-related issues? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask you a few questions regarding plantar warts. I am currently undergoing cryotherapy. 1. Although I have received cryotherapy, I am still concerned that during the healing process, any area that comes into contact wi...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For information regarding viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. Generally, if the immune system is functioning normally, the contagiousness of viral warts is not very strong,...[Read More] Understanding Plantar Warts: Treatment, Risks, and Prevention Tips
Understanding the Risk of HPV Transmission and Recurrence
The possibility of recurrent infection with cauliflower? I am a male, and a year and a half ago, I had my first boyfriend. I have only been intimate with this guy. After dating for a year, I started noticing blood when having bowel movements. I thought it was hemorrhoids, but aft...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. It is possible. 2. It is possible. 3. The chance of reinfection with the same strain of virus is lower, while the likelihood of infection with different strains of the virus is greater.[Read More] Understanding the Risk of HPV Transmission and Recurrence
Understanding and Managing HPV: Concerns About Oral Warts and Transmission
Cauliflower (Condylomata Acuminata) About two months ago, my girlfriend suspected she had genital warts, but I have never had this condition. She had only been with one previous boyfriend for six years, so we are both puzzled about how she contracted it. She later went to a large...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
If there are indeed cauliflower-like growths in the mouth, it is advisable to consult an oral surgeon. The risk of transmission through diet is low, but kissing poses a risk.[Read More] Understanding and Managing HPV: Concerns About Oral Warts and Transmission
Does HPV Cause Increased Risk of Cervical Cancer in Women?
Condylomata acuminata Doctor, does having genital warts increase a woman's risk of developing cervical cancer?
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
In fact, the HPV subtypes associated with cauliflower are not entirely the same as the subtypes that cause cervical cancer.[Read More] Does HPV Cause Increased Risk of Cervical Cancer in Women?
Managing HPV Infections: Concerns About Ledaema Use and Treatment Effects
HPV Gardasil Dr. Wu, I have an HPV infection near my anus. The doctor said it's not very serious and advised me to apply Leda-Med. I have been using it for three consecutive days, applying one small packet in three doses. However, on the fourth day, I felt some inflammation ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Without actually seeing the lesion, it is impossible to make a definitive assessment. You should consult your attending physician, as they are the most familiar with your condition.[Read More] Managing HPV Infections: Concerns About Ledaema Use and Treatment Effects
Preventing the Spread of Viral Warts During Cryotherapy Treatment
Transmission of viral warts? If you have a viral wart on your finger and are undergoing cryotherapy, how can you prevent transmitting it to those around you in your daily life?
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For an introduction to viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Index.aspx?CID=14. Generally speaking, the human papillomavirus (HPV) that causes viral warts is transmitted through contact with sk...[Read More] Preventing the Spread of Viral Warts During Cryotherapy Treatment
Understanding Condyloma Acuminatum: Biopsy vs. HPV DNA Test Results
Is it a case of false cauliflower? Hello, Doctor! Three weeks ago, I visited a urology clinic to examine several white raised lesions on my scrotum. During the initial examination, the doctor was unsure of the nature of these lesions and performed a skin biopsy. Ten days later, I...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The pathology report indicates cauliflower, so there is no issue of pseudocauliflower (in fact, there is no diagnosis of pseudocauliflower).[Read More] Understanding Condyloma Acuminatum: Biopsy vs. HPV DNA Test Results
Understanding Warts: Transmission Risks and HPV Concerns
Wart infection Hello, I was recently diagnosed with flat warts on the dorsum of my foot, and I was previously unaware that they could be contagious. If my hand comes into contact with the wart and then touches my genitals, could this transmit the virus that causes genital warts? ...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
There is a risk.[Read More] Understanding Warts: Transmission Risks and HPV Concerns
Understanding the Risk of HPV Infection from Indirect Contact
The probability of contracting cauliflower through indirect contact infection? Hello doctor, not long ago I used a public restroom. After finishing, I repeatedly touched my anus with my finger to check if it was clean. However, I realized that the same hand had touched the doorkn...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
The chances are very low.[Read More] Understanding the Risk of HPV Infection from Indirect Contact
Understanding HPV: Concerns, Vaccination, and Safe Practices
My test results confirm that there is something, but I am very worried that nothing will actually develop? Recently, my boyfriend and I noticed something resembling warts near his foreskin. For about two months, we didn't pay much attention to it, thinking it wasn't ser...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
1. Having a sexual partner or multiple sexual partners places individuals in a high-risk group. 2. It is not recommended to engage in excessive sexual activity during treatment. 3. Vaccination provides some level of protection.[Read More] Understanding HPV: Concerns, Vaccination, and Safe Practices
Understanding Viral Warts on Your Thumb: Treatment and Concerns
A viral wart has developed on the thumb? 1. Recently, I developed a growth on my hand (which is not painful) and visited a clinic. The doctor said it was a viral wart and emphasized that it was fine not to treat it, as it is not related to overall health. He also mentioned that e...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: 1 & 4. Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=522. There are many types of human papillomavirus (HPV), and the cervical cancer vaccine ...[Read More] Understanding Viral Warts on Your Thumb: Treatment and Concerns
Understanding Warts: Infection Risks and Treatment Options
Warts can infect various areas of the body, including the hands, feet, face, and genital region? Hello, I would like to ask about my condition. I have a wart on my right ring finger, approximately 7mm in size, which has been present for about six to seven months. I recently visit...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: Regarding the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. Both skin and mucous membranes can be infected by the human papillomavirus (HPV), leading to the d...[Read More] Understanding Warts: Infection Risks and Treatment Options
Can I Safely Rule Out HPV Infection After Years Without Symptoms?
Can I be assured that I am not at risk of contracting genital warts? I started dating a boyfriend at the end of 2010, and at that time, he had some growths on his hand. He kept delaying seeing a doctor until one day during a health education class, he learned about warts and beca...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Not necessarily; the incubation period for human papillomavirus (HPV) can be quite long, so it's important to remind oneself to stay vigilant and observe for any symptoms.[Read More] Can I Safely Rule Out HPV Infection After Years Without Symptoms?
Can Oral Sex with a Sex Worker Lead to STDs? Risks Explained
Can you get sick from oral sex? Receiving unprotected oral sex from a sex worker can potentially expose you to several sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The most common STIs that can be transmitted through oral sex include: 1. Gonorrhea 2. Chlamydia 3. Syphilis 4. Herpes s...
Dr. Wu Yuxin Reply:
Both herpes and genital warts are possible.[Read More] Can Oral Sex with a Sex Worker Lead to STDs? Risks Explained
Understanding Anal Warts: Treatment Options and Prevention Tips
Anal warts Doctor, may I ask, I have genital warts in my anal area. After my first cryotherapy treatment, can I start applying the medication prescribed by the doctor right away? I am really afraid of transmitting it to my family; how can I prevent that? After two cryotherapy tre...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For a detailed introduction to cauliflower (condyloma), you can refer to the educational article from the Dermatology Department of National Taiwan University Hospital at https://www.ntuh.gov.tw/derm/healthcareCenter/healthCenter/菜花.aspx. If you are unsure about the medica...[Read More] Understanding Anal Warts: Treatment Options and Prevention Tips
Understanding HPV Viral Load: Concerns and Management Strategies
Concern about the viral load of HPV? I had my last treatment three months ago using a topical medication from a dermatologist to remove lesions. After the treatment, there were no visible lesions, and my viral load was 10,000 for type 16. Now, three months later, there are still ...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: When the viral load decreases, the chances of recurrence are lower. However, if the body's immune system weakens, the viral load may increase. Probiotics currently have significant benefits for allergies, but they are not effective for everyone. It is important to mai...[Read More] Understanding HPV Viral Load: Concerns and Management Strategies
Can Oral Warts Be Transmitted to My Baby Through Kissing?
Can oral cauliflower dry kisses transmit to the baby? After getting married, I had a steady sexual partner, but my husband got genital warts. He went to see a urologist and did not have genital warts. On February 14th, Valentine's Day, we celebrated by soaking in a hotel bat...
Dr. Li Yufen Reply:
Hello: For information on the causes and treatment of viral warts, you can refer to the article by Dr. Lin Chi-bin on the Dermatology Expert Health Network at http://www.drskincare.com.tw/Qa/Detail.aspx?ID=52. After infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), there can be a la...[Read More] Can Oral Warts Be Transmitted to My Baby Through Kissing?