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Condylomata Accuminata
Alternate Names : Genital Warts, Condyloma, Condylomata Accuminata, Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Penile Warts, Venereal Warts, lata
Condylomata Accuminata are also known as Genital Warts. Genital wart infections have become so widespread that genital wart infections are one of the most common transmitted diseases on the planet. Condylomata Accuminata are fleshy growths which appear in the genital area. They are caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and are usually spread by contact in adults and by other reasons in children.
What causes Condylomata Accuminata ?
There are about 80 types of human papillomavirus. Genital warts are caused by HPV.
What are the symptom of Condylomata Accuminata ?
Similar to other STDs, it is not uncommon for genital wart to be devoid of visible signs and symptoms. Condylomata Accuminata have these following symptom associated with it -
- cauliflower-like appearing growths around the anus or female genitalia
- increased dampness or moisture in the area of the growths
- raised "warty" appearing tumors on the genitals
- raised, flesh colored lesions
- genital lesions
- genital sores (female)
- genital sores (male)
- anal warts
Sign, tests and diagnosis of Condylomata Accuminata
The diagnosis of condylomata Accuminata is usually made by a health care provider simply inspecting the genital area.
What is Condylomata lata: Condylomata lata may be defined as warty, plaque-like lesions found in the perianal area and other moist body sites.
Condylomata Accuminata Treatment:
No treatment for Condylomata Accuminata is completely effective because there are no drugs that will kill the virus directly.
The treatment is easier when the warts are small and few in number.
Different treatments for Condylomata Accuminata
- Topical treatments to eradicate the lesions include trichloroacetic acid, podophyllum, and liquid nitrogen.
- Surgical treatments include cryosurgery, electrocauterization, laser therapy, or surgical excision.
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