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Genital warts must be treated by a doctor. DO NOT use over-the counter remedies meant for other kinds of warts. Your doctor may treat genital warts by applying a skin treatment in the office. Or, the doctor may prescribe a medication that you apply at home several times per week...[read article]
Treatment News for Genital Warts
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Tests for Genital Warts
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A colposcopy-directed biopsy uses a low-powered microscope called a colposcope to help view the surface of the cervix and show abnormalities. More
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A pelvic examination is a routine procedure used to assess the well being of the female patients' lower genito-urinary tract. This is done as part of a usual h... More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Gynecological Examination
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Male Genital Examination
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Nucleic acid probe
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Genital human papilloma virus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD), the most common symptom of which is genital warts. Of the more than 60 types of human p... More
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HPV DNA Detection by Direct Probe
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Amplified Probe
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A Pap smear is an examination under the microscope of cells scraped from the cervix. More
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Medical Procedures for Genital Warts
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Cryotherapy is a technique that uses an extremely cold liquid or instrument to freeze and destroy abnormal skin cells that require removal. The technique has been i... More
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Surgical Procedures for Genital Warts
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Electrocauterization is the process of heating tissue with electricity. The procedure is frequently used to stop bleeding. More
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Laser surgery is a medical procedure that uses laser light to remove diseased tissues or treat bleeding blood vessels. Laser surgery may also be used for cosmetic p... More
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Surgical Removal of Genital Warts
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Prescribed Medications for Genital Warts
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IMIQUIMOD (i mi KWI mod) cream is used to treat external genital or anal warts. It is also used to treat other skin conditions such as actinic keratosis and certain... More
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PODOFILOX (po do FIL ox) is a medication used to remove genital warts. The topical solution should only be used to treat genital warts located on the outside skin o... More
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INTERFERON ALFA-2b (in ter FEER on AL fa 2 b) is a man-made protein. Natural interferons are produced in the body to help the immune system fight viral infections a... More
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SINECATECHINS is made from green tea leaves. It is used to treat external genital or anal warts. This medicine is not a cure. New warts may appear during or after t... More
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Herbs and Supplements for Genital Warts What's this?
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Shiitake mushrooms were originally cultivated on natural oak logs and only grown in Japan but are now available in the United States. These mushrooms are large, bla... More
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Green tea is made from the dried leaves of Camellia sinensis , a perennial evergreen shrub. Green tea has a long history of use, dating back to China approximately ... More
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Alternative Procedures for Genital Warts What's this?
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The practice of acupuncture originated in China 5,000 years ago. Today it is widely used throughout the world and is one of the main pillars of Chinese medicine. Th... More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
