Genital Wart TreatmentIn Jaipur

Genital warts, resulting from specific strains of human papillomavirus (HPV), present notable risks if left untreated. Consider these potential consequences associated with untreated genital warts:

• Increased spread: Genital warts are highly contagious, with the potential to spread to other genital areas and individuals through sexual contact.
• Physical discomfort: Symptoms like itching, burning, and tenderness can cause significant physical discomfort.
• Psychological impact: Visible warts may lead to emotional stress, impacting self-esteem and intimate relationships.
• Complications: Certain HPV strains linked to genital warts can increase the risk of cervical cancer in women.
• Transmission risk: They heighten the risk of HPV transmission to partners, even with condom use.
• Extended treatment time: Delayed treatment may result in larger, more challenging-to-treat warts.

Seeking timely medical advice is key if genital warts or any STI (sexually transmitted infections) are suspected. Healthcare professionals offer effective treatment and advise on management strategies. Safe sex practices and HPV vaccination can significantly lower the risk of contracting and spreading genital warts.

Genital warts, caused by certain HPV strains, manifest in two primary types:

• Condylomata Acuminata: Common, soft, flesh-coloured growths with a cauliflower-like appearance. They can be raised or flat and occur around the genitals, anus, groin, and sometimes mouth or throat.
• Flat warts: Less common, smoother, and flatter growths, often in clusters. Typically smaller and may be harder to detect without close inspection. Found on the cervix in women or the shaft of the penis in men.

Genital warts, caused by HPV, can sometimes disappear without treatment as the immune system fights the infection. However, they might persist, grow, or become more uncomfortable over time. Removing genital warts is important to prevent the spreading of the infection, although treatment doesn't eliminate the HPV virus.

Here are different methods healthcare providers use to treat genital warts:

• Electrocautery: Warts are burned off using an electric current.
• Freezing (cryotherapy): Liquid nitrogen is applied to freeze and destroy warts.
• Laser treatment: Laser light cuts off blood supply to warts by destroying blood vessels.
• Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP): An electrically charged wire loop removes warts, especially on the cervix.
• Topical medicines: Prescription creams or chemical solutions are applied weekly to induce blistering and stop blood flow to warts.
• Surgery: Large or resistant warts may require surgical removal.

During treatment, it's essential to abstain from sexual contact to prevent spreading the virus. Remember, HPV can still be transmitted even after wart removal, as treatment doesn't cure the underlying infection. 

The cost of a genital warts treatment varies as per the specific type of treatment advised by a healthcare provider, such as:

• Electrocautery
• Freezing (cryotherapy)
• Laser treatment
• Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure (LEEP)
• Topical medicines
• Surgery

The cost can also vary widely depending on several factors, including the location, the extent of the treatment, the doctor’s experience, and the hospital's pricing structure.

To get an explicit estimate for the cost of a genital warts treatment at the CK Birla Hospital Jaipur, contact the hospital directly. Additionally, you can consult with our board-certified gynaecologist to discuss your specific needs and receive a personalised quote for the treatment. 

Your healthcare provider can identify external genital warts through visual examination and may recommend a biopsy for confirmation. Diagnosing internal warts is more complex.

Healthcare providers use these methods to diagnose genital warts:

• Pelvic exam: During a pelvic exam, which may include a Pap test, your provider checks for cervical changes due to genital warts. They may also conduct a colposcopy to biopsy the vagina and cervix.
• Anal exam: Using an anoscope, your provider examines the inside of your anus for warts.

If you suspect you have genital warts, contact a healthcare provider promptly. Other conditions, including sexually transmitted infections or benign skin growths like moles or skin tags, can resemble genital warts. Accurate diagnosis is crucial to receive appropriate treatment.