How to effectively manage vaginal warts?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have a small, ball-like bump on my vagina. I had it checked last year, and they said it was nothing to worry about, but I am still unsure what it is because the doctor could not speak English. Could you let me know if I should go to the hospital again or if it is okay to leave it as is?

Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concerns and appreciate you reaching out.

Based on your medical history, the bump you have described seems to be a vaginal wart, most commonly caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11, which are associated with approximately 90 percent of such cases. These types of HPV are often linked to sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Symptoms of vaginal warts include soft, skin-colored, painless lumps, itching, burning, and occasional bleeding.

Treatment options include:

Medical treatments: Imiquimod cream (apply once at night for up to eight weeks) and Podophyllin or Podofilox (apply once at night for up to eight weeks).
Surgical treatments (performed by a dermatologist): These include cryotherapy, electrosurgery, scissor excision, curettage, and laser therapy.

Please do not worry this condition can be managed effectively. If you are looking for faster results, I recommend visiting a dermatologist to explore the surgical options mentioned above. While medical treatments work, they often take longer to achieve results. It is important to note that HPV types 6 and 11 do not cause cancer, so there is no need to be overly concerned about this aspect.

If you have any further questions or need clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.