Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ?  Please type your query here...I have a severe case of genital warts which started about 6 months ago. Ihaventbeen to get treatment as Im extremely embarrased. Each time I went to go Ineverdid. I know this is stupid as they only get worse. Now I feel its too late togoas they are developed so much. Im considering buying cream off the internet to\"self-treat\" just until they arent as severe at which point I will seekprofessional treatment. I know this isnt advisable but I was hopng you couldtell me which cream I need to save me possibly making things worse. Or is thereanywhere I can get treatment anonymously?
Hi, Thanks for posting in Chat Doctor. I understand your concern. Genital warts are the most common viral sexually transmitted infection (STI). They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) which can be passed on during sexual contact. Most of the visible genital warts often go away with time, but, the virus cannot be cured once it is in your bloodstream. This means that you may have several outbreaks over the course of your life. Treatment of genital warts is indicated to relieve painful symptoms or to minimize their appearance. Any of the topical wart treatments like imiquimod or trichloroacetic acid or podophyllin and pedophile can be used. If visible warts do not go away with time, you may require surgery to remove them by means of burn (electrocautery), freeze (cryosurgery), laser, or excision. Hope the information provided would be helpful. All the best.