Genital warts are one of the most common types of sexually transmitted diseases. Genital warts may look like small, flesh-colored bumps or have a cauliflower-like appearance. Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are many kinds of HPV. Not all of them cause genital warts. Male genital warts is a sexually transmitted disease. Any form of sexual (anal, oral or vaginal) activity may cause the spread of this disease.

Genital warts on men may occur on the penis, the scrotum, or the anus. Genital warts may grow in the mouth or throat in the case of a man who has oral sexual contact with an infected person.

It's always vital, if you are displaying signs and symptoms of male genital warts, to consult with a doctor. You may want to confirm that whether you have a rash or genital warts. If diagnosed with male genital warts, it is vital that that you abstain from sexual relations until your condition is cleared up.

Genital warts will typically manifest within the first few weeks of infection. You may contract male genital warts if you have multiple sexual partners, or if you come into contact with someone who has the Herpes Simplex Virus.

Male genital warts may also be referred to as HSV. Genital warts may also be designated as type 1 HSV and type 2 HSV. The type 1 HSV infection typically occurs in and around the mouth and nose area. Type 2 HSV infection typically occurs in and around the genital area. It is important to note that this infection location information is not absolute. The two different types of HSV may be found in either area

Symptoms of male genital warts includes pain when urinating, and sores and blisters on the genital area. It is also possible to experience fever or flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, back pain, burning pain, and headaches. Swollen glands, pressure in the abdomen, and discharge from the penis are further symptoms to note.

Genital warts on men often disappear even without treatment. In other cases, they eventually may develop a fleshy, small raised growth. There is no way to predict whether the warts will grow or disappear.

Depending on factors such as the size and location of the genital warts, a doctor will offer one of several ways to treat them:

• Liquid nitrogen cryosurgery
• Electric or Laser cauterization
• Imiquimod,
• A 0.5% podofilox solution, applied to the affected area but should not be washed off
• A 20% podophyllin anti-mitotic solution, which can be applied to the affected area and later washed off
• Trichloroacetic acid (TCA)
• A 5% 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) cream
• Pulsed dye laser

Consult a doctor if you feel you may have an infection problem.

Seb Branson