Up to nine months can pass from the time of infection to the actual development of warts.
Warts, or condylomata acuminata, are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV).
In women, human papilloma virus can lead to changes in
the cervix and to the development of cervical cancer. Therefore, it is
important that this condition is diagnosed as early as possible and treated
quickly.
The symptoms are raised, rough, wart-like growths that may occur singly or
in clusters. In men, they are usually found around the head of the penis and
tend to be drier. In women, they appear most often around the vaginal
opening and may spread to the rectal area. It is also possible for the virus
to appear on or near the cervix as whitish, flat-like lesions, usually only
detectable through close visual examination of the cervix (colposcopy). In
both men and women, lesions may also be present in the mouth and throat. The
warts are very contagious so safe sex is advisable.
In general, symptoms can intensify if the immune system is weakened, or during pregnancy or if the person has diabetes.
Clinic Express can treat warts by freezing and swabbing. However, it is important to note that treatment does not always offer a complete cure.
Patents can walk in and be seen without appointment, and often treated the same day with some results available within the hour.
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