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How to resolve recurring genital warts?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had my genital warts removed a few months ago. Is this a scar or a recurrence? Different doctors have different opinions, Please help. I have attached a few pictures taken on the same day. The pictures look a little different because of the camera lighting. It has been about six months since I removed the wart. Please help

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram

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Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram is a Dermatologist and Venereologist skilled in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). He is experienced in medical and procedural dermatology, including acne management, eczema, psoriasis, fungal and bacterial skin infections, mole evaluation, and laser treatments. He also provides counseling on skin health, preventive care, and management of chronic dermatological conditions.

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Hi,

Welcome to Icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Yes, at places it looks like a scar, but morphologically, it is active, meaning there is a recurrence. The images are a bit unclear. Can you please resend them so I can evaluate the condition in a better way?

Please revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

What can be done to stop it and avoid recurrence? I have attached a few more pictures.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram is a Dermatologist and Venereologist skilled in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). He is experienced in medical and procedural dermatology, including acne management, eczema, psoriasis, fungal and bacterial skin infections, mole evaluation, and laser treatments. He also provides counseling on skin health, preventive care, and management of chronic dermatological conditions.

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Hi,

Welcome back to Icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You can do a superficial (shave or punch) biopsy and serology for HPV (Human papillomavirus) to confirm. You can go for electrocautery (surgery to remove unwanted tissue) or Podowart (Podophyllum resin 20% w/v, Benzoin 10% w/v, and Aloe vera 2 % w/v) solution application (I suggest this be applied by a dermatologist in the clinic; not for self-application).

I hope this information will help you. Please revert in case of further queries.

Thank you.

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Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 27, 2023
Reviewed At November 27, 2023

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram is a Dermatologist and Venereologist skilled in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). He is experienced in medical and procedural dermatology, including acne management, eczema, psoriasis, fungal and bacterial skin infections, mole evaluation, and laser treatments. He also provides counseling on skin health, preventive care, and management of chronic dermatological conditions.

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Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram
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Venereology

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Pathave Hari Shivaram is a Dermatologist and Venereologist skilled in diagnosing and treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, as well as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). He is experienced in medical and procedural dermatology, including acne management, eczema, psoriasis, fungal and bacterial skin infections, mole evaluation, and laser treatments. He also provides counseling on skin health, preventive care, and management of chronic dermatological conditions.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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