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I Have Contracted Genital Warts. Suggest Me A Remedy
im a 34 yr old male. it appears as though i have contracted genital warts . i have about 6 warts on the lower shaft of my penis. a few on each side. is there anything i can buy OTC to remove these unsightly things? also.. if i decide to have children in the future, will having hpv be a problem for that?
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Hi.. Genital warts are caused by HPV infections a sexually transmitted disease.. It could be a major concern.. Hence it is better to get a doctor to examine you and confirm the condition then presuming it.. yes there are a few wart removal creams available which can help if it is a wart.. You may also have to consider vaccinating your sexual partner inorder to prevent transmission of virus then.. So get to a doctor first..
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