PENILE WARTS

Penile warts are small, wart-like formations that appear on the penis due to the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), a type of virus typically transmitted sexually.

The primary cause of penile warts is the Human Papilloma Virus, or HPV. There are over 300 different types of HPV in nature, and about 40 of these can cause infection in the genital area. On average, penile warts develop 2-3 months after the HPV virus enters the skin.

Certain types of the HPV virus, especially types 6 and 11, cause the formation of penile warts. These types are generally harmless. However, in some patients, these types can be found together with other high-risk HPV types, which can lead to serious health problems.

Penile warts usually appear as raised lesions on the skin and often cause itching. Sometimes they can cause pain during urination or sexual intercourse.

Penile warts generally appear wart-like. They can be singular or multiple. Sometimes they appear cauliflower-shaped, or they can simply appear as a brown or white discoloration on the skin.

The diagnosis of penile warts can be made by a doctor specialized in wart diseases with a physical examination. If the doctor is unsure about the diagnosis, a HPV DNA test can be applied to a skin sample for examination. This test can detect the HPV virus and determine which type of virus it is.

The treatment of penile warts may vary depending on the size, number, and location of the warts. A doctor specialized in this field decides which treatment method will be selected. The treatment methods are similar to those of vaginal warts and include topical treatment, cryotherapy, electrocautery, laser treatment, and surgical methods.

The removal of warts does not mean that the HPV infection is completely eliminated. After the warts are treated, the necessary precautions should be taken to eliminate HPV from the body. These include the HPV vaccine, not smoking, healthy eating, and vaccinating the sexual partner.

With effective treatment, the risk of recurrence of warts is 10%. However, if the precautions recommended by the doctor are not taken, the risk of recurrence can increase up to 35%.

The removal of warts does not mean treating HPV infection. After the warts are removed, necessary precautions should be taken to expel HPV from the body. These include the HPV vaccine, not smoking, paying attention to diet, and monitoring the vaccination status of the sexual partner. After the penile warts are treated, you are called for control at intervals determined by the doctor. In these controls, early diagnosis of invisible warts is important. You should not neglect the controls, because a small wart that may reappear without control can cause the treatment process to start from the beginning.

Penile warts are most commonly transmitted sexually. Full sexual intercourse is not a requirement for transmission; skin-to-skin contact is sufficient. Moreover, transmission routes such as from mouth to genital region, genital region to mouth, and hand to genital region are also observed.

Penile warts, typically a sexually transmitted infection, can on rare occasions be transmitted through non-sexual means. Shared towels or clothing, tattoos done in unhygienic conditions, and skin-irritating elements can play a role in transmission.

The most important step in preventing penile warts is to get the HPV vaccine. Both boys and girls should be vaccinated from the age of 9. The optimal age for vaccination is 11. Additionally, being monogamous and using condoms during sexual intercourse can reduce the risk of transmission.

The HPV vaccine prevents penile warts. Both boys and girls should be vaccinated from the age of 9. The HPV vaccine, which is administered in two doses, prevents both penile cancer and warts.

The relationship between penile warts and penile cancer is like the relationship between smoking and lung cancer. Not every HPV infection leads to cancer, but it increases the risk. Penile warts are usually caused by low-risk HPV types like HPV 6 and HPV 11. These types are not generally associated with cancer, but in some cases, high-risk HPV types can also be found. These high-risk types can cause changes (dysplasia) in the cells of the penis, which over time can lead to uncontrolled cell growth and cancer.

Generally, it is recommended to avoid sexual intercourse during and after treatment to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. The transmission of HPV sexually is very common and even the use of condoms does not provide full protection, as the virus can also be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact.

You can get rid of your penile warts under the supervision of Dr. Eser Ağar, an expert on HPV and warts at our Wart Treatment Center located in Silivri. Our center offers fractional laser treatment, which is the most effective method in treating penile warts. Even if you forget your vaccination program and periodic checks, we will follow up and remind you by phone.

The cost of penile wart treatment varies depending on the extent, size of the warts, and the type of anesthesia to be used. You can reach us at 0505 260 72 38 and 0 850 490 14 78 to get information about the treatment process and prices from our experts on warts.