Understanding Labial Bumps: Could It Be Genital Warts?
Genital issues Hello doctor, I recently noticed a raised bump on the right labium majus near the mons pubis. It doesn't hurt or itch. Could it be genital warts?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it may not be the case, but if you are concerned, it is advisable to consult a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Labial Bumps: Could It Be Genital Warts?
Understanding HPV Testing: Can Symptoms Near the Vaginal Opening Be Missed?
Does this confirm that there are no warts? Doctor, I have a protruding mass near the vaginal opening. Recently, I visited a clinic where the doctor used a speculum to open my vagina and took a swab from deep inside my vagina. The final report indicated that there was no HPV type ...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, a definitive diagnosis cannot be made. The identification of warts relies on the appearance of the lesions, the site of infection, and confirmation through biopsy of the lesions. It is recommended that you consult a gynecologist for further exami...[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing: Can Symptoms Near the Vaginal Opening Be Missed?
Understanding HPV Results: What Does a Positive 56.66 Type Mean?
HPV is classified as high-risk type 56.66, and I suspect that I might have genital warts? In the perineal area (the fold from the vaginal opening towards the anus), I felt a very small protrusion. I went to see a gynecologist, and the doctor said it was too small to determine wha...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you suspect cauliflower, a biopsy can be performed clinically. However, a negative virus test does not necessarily mean it is not present. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Results: What Does a Positive 56.66 Type Mean?
Understanding the Risk of HPV Transmission in Hotel Settings
Cauliflower transmission Hello, doctor. Today, my boyfriend and I engaged in sexual activity at a hotel, using the hotel towels (which appeared to be washed and dried). I would like to ask: 1. What is the likelihood of contracting genital warts through the use of towels? 2. If th...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of contracting a communicable disease through general contact is low unless there is close contact with a carrier. If you are still concerned or experiencing symptoms, it is advisable to consult a physician for examination and diagnosis. Thank you! Wishing y...[Read More] Understanding the Risk of HPV Transmission in Hotel Settings
Do I Have Genital Warts? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Do I have cauliflower? I am 16 years old and have not engaged in any sexual activity. In June, I developed a bump in front of my right labia majora. I couldn't resist the urge to squeeze it, which caused bleeding, and then it formed a granulation tissue about 1 cm in size. T...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the likelihood is low. I recommend that if the symptoms persist, you should consult an obstetrician-gynecologist for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you safety and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Do I Have Genital Warts? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding HPV Vaccine Protection: Key Questions Answered
HPV Vaccine Consultation Hello Doctor, Q1: After receiving the first dose of the HPV vaccine (9-valent), does protection begin immediately (specifically against genital warts), or is it necessary to complete all three doses to achieve protection? Q2: If a person contracts geni...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, generally, it is effective after receiving all three doses, and after completion, it should reduce the infection rate of genital warts. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding HPV Vaccine Protection: Key Questions Answered
Can Minors Self-Treat Cauliflower Warts? Costs and Solutions Explained
Cauliflower infection Hello, can a minor who unfortunately contracts genital warts seek self-treatment? What is the approximate cost of over-the-counter ointments? Thank you.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: You can consult a doctor for related diseases. The cost of the treatment ointment is approximately over three thousand NT dollars. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Chang.[Read More] Can Minors Self-Treat Cauliflower Warts? Costs and Solutions Explained
Understanding HPV: Healing, Risks, and Safe Practices for Couples
How to heal from HPV positivity? Hello Doctor, I have been in a monogamous relationship for nearly two years, during which we have not used condoms. I have received the nine-valent HPV vaccine, but recently I underwent a routine Pap smear and tested positive for high-risk HPV typ...
Dr. Lin Xinwang Reply:
Hello Shiuan: HPV has 100 to 200 types, of which 20 to 30 are classified as high-risk. It can also cause diseases such as genital warts in men. If infected, individuals with a strong immune system have about a 70-80% chance of clearing the infection on their own. The infection is...[Read More] Understanding HPV: Healing, Risks, and Safe Practices for Couples
Understanding HPV Type 6: Will It Always Lead to Warts?
Diagnosis of HPV type 6? Hello, I tested positive for HPV type 6 two weeks after engaging in high-risk sexual behavior. Does a diagnosis of HPV type 6 necessarily mean that I will develop genital warts? What is the probability of this occurring?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the situation you described, there is a possibility of developing a lesion, but the likelihood and timing cannot be predicted. It is recommended to have regular follow-ups, and if a lesion is detected, please consult a physician for examination. Thank you! Wishing...[Read More] Understanding HPV Type 6: Will It Always Lead to Warts?
Understanding Vaginal Bumps: What You Need to Know
Vaginal issues Hello doctor, when I was intimate with my boyfriend, he inserted his finger about 2-3 centimeters into my vagina and felt a small bump about the size of a grain of rice. There were no similar bumps nearby, and it felt very much like his pearly penile papules. There...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, a definitive diagnosis cannot be confirmed. The identification of warts (condylomata acuminata) relies on the appearance of the lesions, the location of the infection, and histopathological examination of the biopsy. Typically, during the onset, ...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Bumps: What You Need to Know
Is This a Sign of Genital Warts? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
I would like to know if this means I have contracted genital warts? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, a definitive diagnosis cannot be confirmed. The identification of warts requires not only the appearance of the lesions and the site of infection but also a biopsy of the lesions for confirmation. An in-person examination is necessary for accurat...[Read More] Is This a Sign of Genital Warts? Understanding Symptoms and Concerns
Can You Get HPV from Urine Splash After Sexual Activity?
HPV infection I would like to ask if I had sexual intercourse in the morning and sustained an injury at the vaginal opening, and then in the afternoon, while using the restroom at McDonald's, I felt urine splashing back onto my genital area. Is it possible to contract genita...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, generally, it won't happen. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get HPV from Urine Splash After Sexual Activity?
Can You Get Genital Warts from Toilet Splashback?
Is cauliflower contagious? If someone accidentally gets their urine splashed onto their thigh while using a public restroom, is there a possibility of contracting genital warts? Will taking a shower afterward resolve the issue, or do bed linens also need to be washed?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability is very low, so there's no need to worry. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Genital Warts from Toilet Splashback?
Can You Get Genital Warts from Toilet Splash? FAQs Answered
Is cauliflower contagious? If you accidentally get your own urine splashed onto your thigh while using a public restroom, is there a possibility of contracting genital warts? Will taking a shower afterward resolve the issue, or do the bed linens also need to be washed?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability is very low, so there's no need to worry. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get Genital Warts from Toilet Splash? FAQs Answered
Post-Operative Care for Genital Warts: What You Need to Know
Inquire about postoperative care for genital warts? After the first electrocautery procedure, I didn't feel much, but within a month, it recurred and seemed to have expanded. I underwent another electrocautery, and this time the pain was significantly more pronounced, and ur...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, if the area of electrocautery is larger, the symptoms may be more pronounced. It is generally recommended to maintain cleanliness and dryness in the perineal area, avoid tight-fitting clothing, minimize the use of panty liners, ensure adequate sl...[Read More] Post-Operative Care for Genital Warts: What You Need to Know
Effective Treatments for Genital Warts: What You Need to Know
Treatment for cauliflower ear issues? I would like to ask about my current treatment. I have undergone multiple applications of medication and electrocautery. Now I am changing the medication because this time the issue has developed on my labia and beside the urethra. Last time,...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is recommended to pause the medication for a period of time before resuming or to use it intermittently. If you continue to experience severe side effects, please consult your physician to evaluate whether a change in medication or treatment a...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Genital Warts: What You Need to Know
Understanding Pain and Treatment for Genital Warts: A Patient's Guide
Pain from applying medication to cauliflower lesions? A few days ago, I noticed an increase in discharge and felt a foreign sensation when wiping with toilet paper. After checking in the mirror, I thought I might have genital warts, so I immediately went to see a gynecologist. Th...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, a definitive diagnosis cannot be confirmed. The identification of warts relies on the appearance of the lesions, the location of the infection, and confirmation through biopsy. Typically, during the onset, a flat protrusion appears on the epiderm...[Read More] Understanding Pain and Treatment for Genital Warts: A Patient's Guide
Effective Treatments for Genital Warts: Addressing Pain and Discomfort
Treatment for warts? I would like to ask about my current treatment. I have undergone multiple applications of topical medication and electrocautery. Now, I am changing the medication again because this time the issue has developed on the labia and near the urethra. Last time, it...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description of symptoms, it is recommended to keep the perineal area clean and dry, avoid tight-fitting clothing, and consider soaking in a bath to alleviate symptoms. If the symptoms persist, please consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment. Thank you!...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Genital Warts: Addressing Pain and Discomfort
Can You Get Genital Warts from Oral Contact with an Infected Partner?
Cauliflower problem I would like to ask the doctor, if my boyfriend who has genital warts performs oral sex on me (and I have no open wounds), is it possible for me to contract genital warts?
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the transmission of general contact infectious diseases typically occurs through close contact with an infected individual. If the other person's oral cavity shows no lesions, the likelihood of infection is low. However, if you are still concerned or experiencing symp...[Read More] Can You Get Genital Warts from Oral Contact with an Infected Partner?
Understanding HPV Screening: Discrepancies Between Virus Types and Lesions
The HPV screening results show a discrepancy between the viral type and the lesion? In July of this year, I discovered a protrusion on my vulva. After consulting a doctor, it was suspected to be genital warts, and I was prescribed Aldara (imiquimod) to apply. Within a week, it di...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you can have another HPV test and confirm the biopsy report with your treating physician. If HPV is still present, there is a possibility of transmission through intimate contact. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Chang.[Read More] Understanding HPV Screening: Discrepancies Between Virus Types and Lesions