Your warts
You won't get them from touching frogs, nor will you get them from touching yourself too much. Here's the truth about warts. |
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HPV common in young men
In a study of sexually active male college students, almost two thirds developed genital HPV infection over two years of follow-up, according to US researchers. |
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What is HPV?
Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) are a group of more than 100 viruses. Over 30 types of HPV can be passed from one person to another through sexual contact. |
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What are the symptoms of HPV?
In women, genital warts occur on the outside and inside of the vagina, on the opening to the uterus, or around the anus. |
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How is HPV diagnosed?
In woman, HPV infection can be detected based on results from an abnormal Pap smear. |
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HPV: When to call your doctor
Call a doctor when you have visible warts on your external genitals, itching, discharge, or abnormal vaginal bleeding. |
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How can HPV be prevented?
The best way to prevent getting an HPV infection is to avoid direct contact with the virus. |
