Warts are very contagious and can be passed on by skin-to-skin contact, says the American Academy of Family Physicians. Warts on the genitals are especially contagious and can be transmitted to another person during sex.
While warts often disappear on their own, many people need treatment. Over-the-counter topical solutions should never be used on the face or the genitals, the AAFP says, recommending instead that you speak with your doctor about how to treat warts in those areas. – (HealthDayNews)
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August 2006