Can Patients with Cauliflower Warts Take Baths or Sit Baths Safely?
Can patients with cauliflower ear take sitz baths or soak in a bath? If someone has cauliflower (genital warts), can they take a sitz bath or soak in a bath? Is there a risk of the virus spreading to other areas (such as the anus) through bathing?
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] Can Patients with Cauliflower Warts Take Baths or Sit Baths Safely?
Understanding Condyloma Acuminatum: Pathology Report Insights
Cauliflower (Condylomata Acuminata) Report Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if my pathology slide shows condyloma acuminatum (genital warts). Thank you, Doctor. Gross Description: Specimen received, labeled as perineal region, consists of two pieces of gray-white formalin-fixed...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems that cauliflower was not mentioned. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Condyloma Acuminatum: Pathology Report Insights
Can Using Public Toilets Lead to STIs? Understanding the Risks
Dirty toilet bowl Using a public restroom for bowel or urinary purposes and accidentally getting water on the genital area does not pose a significant risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as genital warts (caused by the human papillomavirus, HPV). STIs are primari...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
It is not possible to rule out the possibility; it is recommended to monitor for symptoms and seek medical attention if they occur.[Read More] Can Using Public Toilets Lead to STIs? Understanding the Risks
Can Touching Public Toilet Door Handles Spread HPV?
Is there a chance of contracting HPV by touching public restroom doorknobs? Is there a high risk of contracting genital warts if my hands touch the restroom door handle and then I touch my genital or anal area? (The door handle is very dirty and has been touched by many people, a...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the primary mode of transmission for human papillomavirus (HPV) is through close contact. Practicing safe sex is the most important method to prevent transmission. It is recommended to use condoms consistently; however, areas not covered by condoms can still pose a risk fo...[Read More] Can Touching Public Toilet Door Handles Spread HPV?
Can Touching a Urine Cup Increase HPV Infection Risk?
Is there a chance of contracting HPV from coming into contact with a urine cup? When visiting a clinic for a urine test, if the external genitalia come into contact with the urine collection cup handed to me by the nurse, is there a possibility of contracting genital warts? (Beca...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on the situation you described, the likelihood is low. Generally, intimate contact is required for transmission. If necessary, you may consult a physician for evaluation. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Can Touching a Urine Cup Increase HPV Infection Risk?
Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Cauliflower treatment Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition with genital warts. I have been using the medication Aldara (Imiquimod) and currently, when I touch the area, it feels flat without any raised bumps. However, I can still see a small raised flesh-colored b...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Unless antibodies are produced either through vaccination or naturally, it cannot be completely cured and may recur.[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Warts: Treatment and Recovery Insights
Could It Be Pseudo-Warts? Understanding Vaginal Bumps
Is it a pseudocauliflower? Hello doctor, a few days ago I noticed some things when observing my private area. There are a few transparent bumps on my labia that are not itchy or painful, and they don't feel very prominent. They are not clustered together. Could this possibly...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you need to go for an obstetric and gynecological examination to find out. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Could It Be Pseudo-Warts? Understanding Vaginal Bumps
Understanding HPV Testing: Positive Results and Treatment Options Explained
HPV testing Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I underwent an HPV test, and the results came back positive for types 62 and 66, and I have lesions on my vulva. I would like to know if this could possibly be genital warts. Additionally, can types 62 and 66 be cleared by the immune sys...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Warts are caused by HPV types 6 and 11. 2. The likelihood of the immune system producing antibodies against the HPV virus varies from person to person. 3. Currently, there are no related medications; it is recommended to receive the 9-valent HPV vaccine.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing: Positive Results and Treatment Options Explained
Can Asymptomatic HPV Be Treated? Guidance for Couples
Can asymptomatic HPV be treated? Hello doctor, my girlfriend recently underwent an HPV PCR test and was found to be infected with a type of HPV that is not among the 27 types tested (not 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 53, 54, 56, 58, 59, 61, 62, 66, 68, 69, 70, 72, 73...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the current treatment options for this virus are limited. However, the human immune system is often capable of overcoming the virus, so most HPV infections can resolve on their own in a short period. There are treatment methods available for lesions caused by the virus, su...[Read More] Can Asymptomatic HPV Be Treated? Guidance for Couples
Understanding HPV Infection: Risks, Treatments, and Expert Advice
Are there any other recommendations for HPV infection? Hello: I was infected with genital warts in March and underwent electrosurgical treatment. As of now, in November, it seems stable and hasn't been growing. However, I had a Pap smear and HPV test done the day before yest...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
If there are no clinical symptoms (such as excessive discharge), electrocautery treatment may not be necessary, as it would not be beneficial. It is recommended to undergo regular follow-up examinations instead. If there are financial constraints, receiving the HPV vaccine can be...[Read More] Understanding HPV Infection: Risks, Treatments, and Expert Advice
Can You Get Genital Warts Without Sexual Experience? Understanding Your Concerns
Can you get genital warts without having sexual experience? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you a few questions. I have never had sexual experience, and of course, I do not have a sexual partner, but I have noticed what seems to be a growth on my inner labia for about a year. I...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Cauliflower is classified as a close-contact infectious disease, primarily transmitted through sexual intercourse, with a few cases transmitted via personal hygiene products contaminated with residual bodily fluids. 2. Normal. 3. It is recommended to wash intimate clothing sep...[Read More] Can You Get Genital Warts Without Sexual Experience? Understanding Your Concerns
Understanding Genital Warts: Transmission Risks and Prevention
Cauliflower infection Hello Doctor, today I went to the hospital to examine a growth in my genital area (located between the anus and vagina, with no other growths present). The size is about one to two millimeters, and both doctors I consulted believe it to be genital warts (bas...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the cauliflower-like lesions are a common sexually transmitted disease caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The primary mode of transmission is through sexual intercourse, which includes various forms of sexual activity (such as anal and oral sex, although transmissio...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Transmission Risks and Prevention
Understanding Vaginal Concerns: Hardness and Skin Changes Explained
Genital issues The bottom end of the vaginal opening feels hard but is not painful or itchy. There was a previous instance of tearing during intercourse, which has since healed, but there is still a wound in the area of the vaginal opening that has not healed and appears white on...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to see a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Concerns: Hardness and Skin Changes Explained
Understanding False Positives in Genital Warts Diagnosis
Pseudocauliflower Because there is a growth near the anus that has been excised and sent for testing, the report indicates it is a condyloma acuminatum. Is there a possibility of misdiagnosis as a pseudocondyloma? Are there other methods for more accurate testing? Thank you.
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, there should be no mistakes. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding False Positives in Genital Warts Diagnosis
Understanding Esophageal Tumor Risks in Newborns and HPV Testing
The probability of infants developing esophageal organ tumors? Hello Dr. Tsao, I would like to inquire about something. I had a natural delivery, but I was informed afterward that I have genital warts. I was really taken aback and didn't understand how the examinations were ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have genital warts and are concerned about your child potentially contracting them in the throat, it's important to note that infants do not receive the vaccine. It is advisable to take your child to a pediatric otolaryngologist if there are any issues. Wishing...[Read More] Understanding Esophageal Tumor Risks in Newborns and HPV Testing
Understanding Vaginal Issues: Is It Genital Warts or Something Else?
Vaginal issues Hello, doctor. The labia minora have some small raised bumps (in a row) extending into the front part of the vagina. They feel like small bumps when touched. Could this be genital warts? Is there a way to clearly determine if it is genital warts? (It is not itchy o...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit a gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Issues: Is It Genital Warts or Something Else?
Understanding HPV Type 84: Symptoms, Treatment, and Immune Response
HPV type 84 Does HPV type 84 cause warts? What happens if a male contracts it? Can the virus be cleared by the immune system on its own, or is medication or treatment necessary?
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Common types of genital warts are type 6 and type 11. 2. There is a possibility of transmission to sexual partners. 3. There is a chance of developing antibodies autonomously. 4. Currently, there is only the [9-valent human papillomavirus (HPV) recombinant vaccine for ty...[Read More] Understanding HPV Type 84: Symptoms, Treatment, and Immune Response
Post-Electrocautery Vaginal Wound Care: Tips for Healing and Comfort
Electrocution wound Hello, previously I had a condition resembling a granuloma at the lower edge of the vaginal opening, which was diagnosed as genital warts by a gynecologist. The doctor quickly arranged for electrosurgery to address it, and the postoperative condition was good ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
You may need to rest for a longer period until the wound is fully healed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Electrocautery Vaginal Wound Care: Tips for Healing and Comfort
Understanding Treatment Effectiveness for Genital Warts: A Patient's Journey
Inquiry about the condition after using Lede Mei for a while? Hello doctor, I have been a patient undergoing treatment for genital warts since November 2020. The warts were located just below the urethral opening. At that time, the doctor decided to treat it with topical medicati...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
If the diagnosis is indeed condyloma, in addition to medication, if the lesions are extensive or the growths are large, electrosurgery and surgical excision may be considered. This should be discussed with a physician.[Read More] Understanding Treatment Effectiveness for Genital Warts: A Patient's Journey
Can HPV Types 52 and 58 Cause Genital Warts? Understanding Transmission Risks
Human papillomavirus types 52 and 58 are not typically associated with causing genital warts (also known as condylomata acuminata). These types are more commonly linked to the development of cervical cancer and other anogenital cancers rather than the benign warts caused by HPV t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Due to the fact that HPV infections can occur in multiple types and the source and transmission routes cannot be detected, it is not possible to confirm the source of transmission based on your description. Thank you! Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Zhang...[Read More] Can HPV Types 52 and 58 Cause Genital Warts? Understanding Transmission Risks