Understanding HPV Vaccination After Genital Warts Diagnosis
I would like to inquire about the cervical cancer vaccine? Hello, I was diagnosed with genital warts in early February of this year. I received the bivalent vaccine a few years ago, but my doctor informed me that the quadrivalent and nonavalent vaccines are effective in preventin...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, if you have already been infected with the human papillomavirus (HPV), receiving the quadrivalent HPV vaccine may still provide protection. It can prevent future infections if the original virus types have cleared. It is advisable to undergo viral testing before vaccinatio...[Read More] Understanding HPV Vaccination After Genital Warts Diagnosis
Understanding the Link Between Masturbation and STDs: Key Insights
Masturbation and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Hello, doctor. I have a habit of masturbation, but I only use my hand for external friction and have never inserted any objects. Recently, I noticed some bump-like formations on both sides of my labia majora that resemble pimp...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. C: Genital warts (commonly known as condyloma) are almost always transmitted through intimate sexual contact with an infected partner; they cannot be acquired through simple masturbation, so there is no need to worry. Your condition is likely folliculitis of the vulva, ...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Masturbation and STDs: Key Insights
Understanding Vaginal Discomfort: When to Seek Gynecological Help
I'm not sure if this is normal? Recently, during the last two sexual encounters, I felt it was very difficult to penetrate, as if something was blocking the way (I never felt this obstruction before). I experienced pain both during and after intercourse. Today, when I examin...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you feel small lumps when you insert your hand into the vagina and experience pain during and after sexual intercourse, it is advisable to see a gynecologist to determine the underlying issue. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Discomfort: When to Seek Gynecological Help
Managing Headaches and Genital Warts During Pregnancy: A Guide
Headache and cauliflower? I am currently three months pregnant, but I experience headaches, dizziness, and a feeling of pressure in my head after eating small meals throughout the day. I have to lie down and sleep to alleviate the pain and dizziness, and after about two hours of ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, each person's pregnancy symptoms are different. If blood pressure is normal, headaches, brain swelling, and dizziness may improve as the weeks of gestation increase. If there are not many warts, local anesthesia can be used for laser or electrocautery surgery, but thi...[Read More] Managing Headaches and Genital Warts During Pregnancy: A Guide
Post-Wart Infection: Concerns About Anal Exams and HPV Risks
After cauliflower infection, questions about undergoing other examinations? Hello Doctor: Two months ago, I discovered an infection resembling genital warts at the vaginal opening, which has been treated with electrosurgery. I am currently undergoing regular follow-up visits. I a...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Two months ago, I discovered an infection resembling genital warts at the vaginal opening, which has been treated with electrosurgery. I am currently undergoing regular follow-up appointments. I am concerned that the anal area may also be infected (despite no anal intercourse), s...[Read More] Post-Wart Infection: Concerns About Anal Exams and HPV Risks
Understanding HPV: Concerns About Indirect Infection and Symptoms
Cauliflower problem Hello doctor, I would like to ask if I am worried about indirectly contracting genital warts because about a month ago I had a small abrasion on my penis. I am concerned that when I use the restroom, if I touch the faucet or the toilet handle and then touch th...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
I am concerned about the possibility of indirectly contracting genital warts because I had a small abrasion on my penis about a month ago. I worry that when I use the restroom and touch the faucet or the toilet handle, I might transfer the virus to the abrasion and become infecte...[Read More] Understanding HPV: Concerns About Indirect Infection and Symptoms
Understanding Cauliflower Warts and Vaginal Infections: Treatment and Prevention
Treatment for cauliflower and vaginal infections? Hello, 1. Last week, I visited a gynecologist due to itching in my intimate area, and I was diagnosed with a vaginal infection. During my follow-up today, the doctor mentioned that there is a small white bump at the vaginal open...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Dear Ms. Po: Regarding your questions, here are the answers: 1. Genital warts may recur when the immune system is weakened. 2. It is possible to receive treatment, but it is not for the prevention of genital warts, as you have already been infected; the main concern is cervical c...[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Warts and Vaginal Infections: Treatment and Prevention
Understanding Recurrence of Genital Warts: Key Questions Answered
Cauliflower recurrence issue? Doctor, I have an infection of genital warts on my labia and vaginal opening, which has been treated with electrocautery. My boyfriend has also been checked by a urologist and currently shows no symptoms. The urologist told him to observe for a month...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The labia and vaginal opening are infected with genital warts, and I have undergone electrosurgical treatment. My boyfriend has also been examined by a urologist and currently shows no symptoms. The urologist told my boyfriend to observe for a month, and if there are no issues, t...[Read More] Understanding Recurrence of Genital Warts: Key Questions Answered
Understanding the Transmission of Genital Warts Beyond Sexual Contact
Besides sexual intercourse, are there other possible transmission routes for cauliflower? Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed a raised area near my vagina while showering. I have already seen a doctor, but the report has not come back yet. I would like to ask: 1) I have a boyfrien...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Human papillomavirus warts (genital warts) are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, primarily transmitted through sexual contact. Infected areas include the genitalia of both males and females, the anus, and the throat (which is less commonly inf...[Read More] Understanding the Transmission of Genital Warts Beyond Sexual Contact
Understanding HPV: Questions About Warts and Follow-Up Care
Cauliflower Concerns Hello, a month ago I was diagnosed with genital warts and have been undergoing treatment for four weeks. Currently, I don't see the initial white bumps anymore, but there is a small pink raised area below the vaginal opening that is the same color as the...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
A month ago, I was diagnosed with genital warts and have been undergoing treatment for four weeks. Currently, I don't see the initial white bumps, but there is a small pink protrusion at the vaginal opening that matches the surrounding color. It doesn't feel hard like w...[Read More] Understanding HPV: Questions About Warts and Follow-Up Care
Concerns About Birth Control Pills and HPV Testing: What You Need to Know
Emergency contraceptive pill issues? Hello doctor, my girlfriend took birth control pills prescribed by an obstetrician for about 2 to 3 months around three years ago and has not taken them since. Will this affect her chances of getting pregnant when we decide to get married and ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Your girlfriend took birth control pills prescribed by an obstetrician for about 2 to 3 months three years ago and has not taken them since. Will this affect her chances of getting pregnant in the future when we decide to have children? Answer: It will not affect her chances of g...[Read More] Concerns About Birth Control Pills and HPV Testing: What You Need to Know
Understanding Vaginal Bumps: When to Worry and When to Relax
Protrusions in the vagina? Hello, Doctor. I am #145211. I would like to inquire again about the granular protrusions I observed on my girlfriend's vaginal wall. They are smaller than fish oil capsules but larger than soybeans, and they are not painful or itchy. According to ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Based on my observations, there are several granular protrusions on the walls of my girlfriend's vagina that are smaller than fish oil but larger than soybeans. They are neither painful nor itchy, and according to her description, they have seemingly been present for several...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Bumps: When to Worry and When to Relax
Can You Get Infected from Shared Bathing Products and Hygiene Items?
Will it be infectious? 1. If I showered in the bathroom of someone infected with genital warts and used their body wash to wash my entire body, would I be at risk of infection? 2. If they usually rinse their genitals with a handheld showerhead and water splashes onto the shower...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. If I take a shower in the bathroom of someone infected with genital warts and use their body wash to wash my entire body, is there a risk of infection? Answer: The risk of infection is low. 2. If they usually use a handheld showerhead to rinse their genital area and water spl...[Read More] Can You Get Infected from Shared Bathing Products and Hygiene Items?
Understanding STIs: Safe Practices for Couples Without Protection
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) issues? 1. If two fixed partners, assuming both are healthy, engage in unprotected sexual intercourse at different times on the same day, what sexually transmitted infections (STIs) could potentially be transmitted? 2. How many days should t...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if the other person has a sexually transmitted infection (STI), including AIDS, syphilis, herpes, or genital warts, there is a possibility of transmission without using a condom. There is no absolute safety even after a few days; it is generally recommended to use condoms....[Read More] Understanding STIs: Safe Practices for Couples Without Protection
Understanding Genital Warts: Risks, Treatment, and Prevention
Condyloma acuminatum Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you the following questions: 1. If I have genital warts but have not had a recurrence for three months, will having sexual relations with my partner pose a risk of transmission? I am concerned because if we plan to get pre...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. If someone has genital warts but has not had a recurrence for three months, will they transmit the virus to their partner if they engage in sexual activity, especially if they plan to conceive in the future? Ans: There is no need to worry about transmitting the virus to the pa...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Risks, Treatment, and Prevention
Understanding Genital Warts: Key Questions and Answers for Women
Cauliflower Questions Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. I have two white lesions in my genital area. Two days ago, I went to the hospital, and the doctor said they are warts. However, I have only had one sexual partner, who is my current boyfrien...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the current treatment methods for genital warts include various options such as cryotherapy, electrosurgery, topical medications, and laser treatment. These methods are limited to removing visible warts and do not completely eradicate the virus, with a recurrence rate of a...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Key Questions and Answers for Women
Understanding Genital Warts: Is It Just a Pimple or Something More?
Cauliflower Hello, I would like to ask about a situation. In September and October, I used the towels of someone with genital warts four to five times. In December, I noticed a growth about one finger's width away from the perineum. I went to the hospital, and they said it w...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In October, I used the towel of someone with warts four to five times. In December, I noticed a growth about one finger's width away from the perineum. I went to a hospital and was told it was normal, but when I visited a gynecologist, they said it was just a pimple. I used ...[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: Is It Just a Pimple or Something More?
Preventing HPV Transmission: A Guide for Couples Planning Pregnancy
Cauliflower and Pregnancy Hello Dr. Wang, I am male. In August 2018, I was diagnosed with genital warts - HPV DNA testing showed HPV type 43. In October 2018, I underwent HPV DNA testing again, and HPV type 43 was no longer present, but HPV type 6 was detected. The previous genit...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In August 2018, I was diagnosed with genital warts, and the HPV DNA test showed HPV type 43. In October 2018, I underwent another HPV DNA test, which indicated that type 43 was no longer present, but HPV type 6 was detected. The previous genital warts had also resolved. In Januar...[Read More] Preventing HPV Transmission: A Guide for Couples Planning Pregnancy
Is It Just a Pimple or Something More? When to See a Doctor
Suspected cauliflower? There is a bump next to the vaginal opening. The gynecologist said it was a pimple and prescribed medication, but after applying it for almost two weeks, it hasn't gone away. Should I see a doctor again? Should I go to a gynecologist or a dermatologist...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
There is a protrusion next to the vaginal opening. The obstetrician-gynecologist said it was a pimple and prescribed medication, but after applying it for almost two weeks, it hasn't disappeared. Should I see a doctor again? Answer: Yes, you should see a doctor again. Should...[Read More] Is It Just a Pimple or Something More? When to See a Doctor
Understanding HPV: Risks, Symptoms, and Testing for Women
Cauliflower Questions (1) If I used my friend's towels 4-5 times while visiting her house at the end of September and I'm unsure if I touched my private areas with them, what is the likelihood of transmission? (2) If I had a popped pimple on my back at that time and u...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
(1) I found out at the end of October that my friend has genital warts, and they only appeared in November. I visited her house to shower at the end of September and used her towels 4-5 times, but I'm not sure if I wiped my intimate areas with them. What is the likelihood of...[Read More] Understanding HPV: Risks, Symptoms, and Testing for Women