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Am I Still Contagious?

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Question : hello, had an HPV wart removed 2 months ago. another just appeared in the pubic area, albeit very small. how long should i wait before removing? might i get more during the 12-18 months in which the body is supposed to clear HPV? am i still contagious? thanks
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
regarding hpv

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Any visible wart should be removed as it is a common source of further spread- to elsewhere as well as local spread as well as carrying the risk of transmission to sexual partners. So, you should get it removed and, if and when, any new ones that may appear.

Hope I have answered your query.Let me know if you need any more assistance
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Am I Still Contagious?

Brief Answer: regarding hpv Detailed Answer: Hello, Any visible wart should be removed as it is a common source of further spread- to elsewhere as well as local spread as well as carrying the risk of transmission to sexual partners. So, you should get it removed and, if and when, any new ones that may appear. Hope I have answered your query.Let me know if you need any more assistance