Genital Warts

• Genital Warts are caused by a virus called HPV (human papilloma virus).

• About 40 types of HPV can infect the genital area — the vulva, vagina, cervix, rectum, anus, penis, or scrotum.

• Genital warts are small, often painless bumps in or around these areas.

• HPV is spread by having unprotected (and sometimes even protected) vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Other kinds of skin-to-skin contact, including sex play, such as body rubbing, may also spread HPV.

• Even if the warts go away or are removed, the virus stays in your body and can be spread to others.\

• Almost 80% of all HPV infections can be prevented with the vaccine gardasil.

For symptoms and other information, including information on the HPV Vaccine, visit:

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Information on HPV