Unfortunately, genital warts or human papilloma virus (HPV)
cannot be tested on men at this time. The only way to monitor HPV would by visually inspecting the penis/anal area for possible warts. As there are over 100 different strands of HPV, not all strands cause visual warts on men but men can still be carriers. Protecting yourself by using condoms, would be beneficial to protect yourself and others from transmitting the STD. HPV is very very common but luckily, women CAN get tested for HPV. Since, he now has noticeable warts, you should get tested yourself to be certain that you are not also infected. Remember, it may take months before HPV will show up.
There is no cure for HPV (genital warts). The only way to have them removed is by a physician. Physicians remove them by freezing them (liquid nitrogen), burning them off, laser removal and or surgically removing them. There are creams also but they are prescribed by a physician. Anything over the counter is not recommended. You can still be a carrier of HPV even when they are removed.
I hope this helps answer your question. Please visit our website for more information about HPV here https://www.empowher.com/condition/genital-warts.
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Hi Ladyfingers,
Unfortunately, genital warts or human papilloma virus (HPV)
cannot be tested on men at this time. The only way to monitor HPV would by visually inspecting the penis/anal area for possible warts. As there are over 100 different strands of HPV, not all strands cause visual warts on men but men can still be carriers. Protecting yourself by using condoms, would be beneficial to protect yourself and others from transmitting the STD. HPV is very very common but luckily, women CAN get tested for HPV. Since, he now has noticeable warts, you should get tested yourself to be certain that you are not also infected. Remember, it may take months before HPV will show up.
There is no cure for HPV (genital warts). The only way to have them removed is by a physician. Physicians remove them by freezing them (liquid nitrogen), burning them off, laser removal and or surgically removing them. There are creams also but they are prescribed by a physician. Anything over the counter is not recommended. You can still be a carrier of HPV even when they are removed.
I hope this helps answer your question. Please visit our website for more information about HPV here https://www.empowher.com/condition/genital-warts.
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