Does genital warts transmit?

Written by Liu Jing
Dermatology
Updated on June 22, 2025
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Genital warts belong to a category of sexually transmitted diseases caused by human HPV infection, which can be transmitted to others through unclean sexual contact. They are highly contagious and require enhanced cleaning of the genital area to avoid unhygienic sexual activities.

Once diagnosed with genital warts, it is necessary to promptly take effective measures for treatment. This disease is characterized by recurrent symptoms, and it is advised to rest and avoid spicy and irritant foods. Treatment includes oral administration of thymosin enteric capsules or pidotimod granules for immune modulation, topical application of interferon gel on the affected areas and surrounding tissues, and removal of the warts using liquid nitrogen or laser, supplemented by photodynamic therapy for the skin.

(Please follow medical advice when using medication.)

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How to treat the incubation period of genital warts?

Genital warts are a type of sexually transmitted disease caused by the infection of the human papillomavirus, commonly known as HPV. Generally, during the incubation period, which is when the HPV virus is present but genital or anal warts have not yet appeared, treatment can be quite troublesome as the warts are not visible and thus less likely to be detected or noticed. Treatment may include the oral intake of antiviral medications and immune-boosting drugs, enhancing physical exercise to boost immunity, avoiding public baths and swimming pools, sun-disinfecting underwear, and abstaining from sexual contact during this period to prevent cross-infection.

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What medicine can cure genital warts?

Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause significant harm to both the physical and mental health of patients. The treatment of genital warts mainly involves topical medications and physical therapy, with oral medications used as supplemental treatments. For topical medications, choices include imiquimod cream or interferon gel, while oral medications may include immune-boosting drugs such as transfer factor oral liquid. Finally, physical therapies such as cryotherapy or laser treatment can be used to remove the warts. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor)

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Can genital warts be effectively treated?

Genital warts, if treated formally and persistently over a long period, can be completely cured. This disease is caused by HPV virus infection, also known as the papillomavirus. The main route of transmission is still through sexual contact, but there is also a possibility of infection from staying in hotels, using public toilets, or bathing in public baths. Once infected, it is crucial to seek formal treatment, which involves removing the warts with laser surgery, and then combining antiviral medication orally with drugs that enhance immune function. Routine exercise to strengthen immunity, avoiding spicy and stimulating food, and refraining from alcohol can all aid in the treatment. During the treatment period, it is essential to avoid sexual contact to prevent cross-infection.

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How to determine if you have genital warts

Genital warts usually grow on the skin mucous membranes, primarily around the external genitalia or anal area, presenting as wart-like lesions. Normally, the external genitalia and anal canal should feel smooth, without any foreign bodies. As soon as any growth appears, it's important to note that genital warts often resemble cauliflower, papillae, or cock's comb shapes, by which time the growth has already reached a larger stage. If wart-like protrusions appear initially, one should seek medical advice at a hospital. If uncertain about whether the condition is genital warts and there is a history of high-risk sexual behaviors, it's advisable to consult a specialist dermatologist or venereologist. Experienced doctors can make a preliminary assessment using the acetic acid test.

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How long does it take to rule out something sharp?

Whether the warts from genital warts increase in number or size is greatly related to the patient's own immune strength. If the immunity is relatively weak and insufficient to resist or suppress virus replication, the warts tend to grow. Conversely, if the patient's immunity is relatively strong, the warts generally do not tend to increase in size and may even disappear or diminish. Therefore, even if the warts do not appear to be growing, one cannot completely rule out genital warts no matter how much time has passed.