Genital warts
These lesions are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are benign since they are caused by low oncogenic risk HPV viruses.
It is a sexually transmitted disease and can appear in both men and women. Its appearance usually causes restlessness in the patient and on many occasions it can affect the relationship. We are especially interested in correctly explaining the pathology to the patient, reassuring him and planning the appropriate treatment.
There are multiple treatment options (cryotherapy, electrocoagulation, topical …)
The choice will depend on the number, location and size of the lesions, on the availability and preferences of the patient.
Skin papillomas
Lesion produced by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and that we dermatologists also call the common wart. There is confusion because the term “wart” is popularly used to refer to lesions that appear on the skin that are not actually warts or papillomas produced by this virus.
It is transmitted by direct contact with the skin, never through the bloodstream. They can resolve themselves but since they generate discomfort and concern in the patient and can spread or become contagious, we usually treat them.
There are different options (cryotherapy, topical treatments, electrocoagulation, laser …). The choice will depend on the number, location and size of the lesions, on the availability and preferences of the patient.
