Pointed condyloma
Condyloma acuminate is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases Half of sexually active people will be infected with the causative agent, human papillomavirus (HPV), at some point in their lives. Women are at greater risk of developing genital warts than men
Acuminate condyloma is found in genital tissues covered with fluid. A condyloma acuminata may have either a small, skin-colored bump-like appearance, or it may look like a cauliflower. In many cases, condylomas are so small that they are imperceptible
Like other parts of the body, genital warts are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Some strains of HPV cause warts, while others can cause cancer. There are vaccines against some strains of genital HPV
Condylomas are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). There are more than 40 strains of HPV that affect the genital area Genital HPV is spread through sexual contact In most cases, the immune system destroys genital HPV and there are no signs or symptoms of infection
In women, condylomas can grow on the labia, walls of the vagina, in the area between the external genitalia and the anus, in the anal canal, and on the cervix. In men, they can be found on the tip or glans of the penis, the scrotum, or the anus. After oral sex, genital warts can also develop in a person's mouth and throat
Signs and symptoms of genital herpes include:
- Small, skin-colored or gray bumps in the genital area
- Multiple genital warts can coalesce and look like cauliflower
- Itching or discomfort in the genital area
- Sexual bleeding Sometimes pointed condylomas can unite and form clusters
When to see a doctor
See a doctor if you or your partner develop bumps or genital warts
