Genital warts Prevention
Genital warts are growths on the skin of the genital area and around the anus. They are caused by certain types of the human papilloma virus (HPV). There are more than 100 types of HPV. Some types of HPV produce warts on different parts of the body, like plantar warts on the feet and common hand warts. There is no specific treatment for HPV, but there are treatments for health problems caused by HPV. Genital warts can be treated by your healthcare provider, or with prescription medication. HPV-related cancers are more treatable when diagnosed and treated promptly. For more information, visit www.cancer.org.
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This video explains genital warts and their prevention. It describes genital warts as growths on the skin of the genital area and around the anus caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV), notes that there are more than 100 types of HPV, and covers treatment of genital warts by a healthcare provider or with prescription medication.
Key points
- Defines genital warts as growths in the genital area and around the anus
- Explains that certain types of HPV cause genital warts
- Notes that other HPV types produce warts on other parts of the body
- Covers treatment of genital warts by a healthcare provider or prescription medication
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This video presents “Genital warts Prevention” — Genital warts are growths on the skin of the genital area and around the anus. They are caused by certain types of the human papilloma virus (HPV). There are more than 100 types of HPV. Some types of HPV produce warts on different parts of. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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