Genital Warts Symptoms Require Immediate Attention
There are other symptoms besides the actual manifestation of genital warts. Even when genital warts are present they are for a time hard to notice. This is because for a long while they are very tiny. But if you are experiencing itchiness near or around the genital area or perhaps have a feeling of burning then take note. Other genital warts symptoms are felling pricking. You may also notice the appearance of blood while engaging in intercourse. There may even be some pain at this time. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms do not delay in making an appointment to see your doctor.
Genital Warts Symptoms Will Vary From Person To Person
The HPM virus is a complicated infection as it has confusing symptoms that vary so greatly, that often people do not even realize that they have been infected by this virus. The physical symptoms also vary from person to person and this further complicates identification of this viral infection. Warts may appear as defined clusters of fingerlike protrusions, they can be large or small clusters of growths and often they are tiny, flat bumps that are not easily visible and they may also appear singly. Thee warts usually are flesh to pinkish color or pearly white.
Symptoms to look out for and that should alert you to the fact that there is a problem that you should go and discuss with your doctor are when you notice pink or gray swellings or lumps that appear anywhere around your genital area and that grows fast in size. Unexpected discomfort, severe itching, a prickling sensation in the genital area and a burning sensation requires attention. When you start having pain and bleeding during intercourse it is a clear indication that a visit to your doctor is necessary.
The reason why people often do not realize they have been infected with the HPV virus is that the actual genital warts can be so tiny that they cannot be seen with the naked eye and are referred to as sub-clinical HPV. Often in women who are infected, they do not actually develop symptoms but the HPV virus holds an extra danger for women as it can cause changes in the cervix. It is important for all women to go for regular Pap smears as often they only find out through a Pap smear that they have been infected by the HPV virus. Depending on the findings of the Pap smear and the severity of the degree of abnormal cells detected, the health care practitioner may suggest a further Pap smear or another form of testing to be done.
It is important that all are aware that there is no cure for the HPV virus. The genital warts are an outward symptom of the virus and the actual warts can be treated and removed. There are various forms of treatment available for the treatment of genital warts and it is of the utmost importance you discuss the various forms of treatment with your doctor. He may suggest coming in for a series of treatments or you may discuss using home treatments where you can treat the affected areas yourself. Doctors are not in favor of home treatments as genital warts affect the most delicate area of the body and using any harsh chemicals in this area must be done with great caution so as not to risk additional skin damage. If you have been infected with the HPV virus you must be aware that you can and will transfer the virus to an uninfected sexual partner, therefore the use of condoms are critical and the only sure way of stopping the spread is by avoiding sexual contact.
