Is it Genital Warts?

Hi, I was dating a guy and we decided to be intimate. I was in the process of giving him oral sex when my hand felt a "bump" on his penile shaft. When I turned on the lights, I saw a flesh colored wart. I asked him what it was and he said it's been there since he was a child and not to worry. Well, now I am. I didn't finish giving him oral sex in fact we didn't have sex at all. Now I can't reach him and I am worried that I may have contracted something. Can you have a non-contagious wart on your penile shaft? When should I see a doctor?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Warts are small painless growth on skin caused by Human Papilloma Virus. These can be light or dark. They are usually oval in growth and raised forming rough surface in the skin. If you notice any such growths, then get it evaluated from a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.