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I know that you are not supposed to use medication on your genitals that you use on normal warts such as wart-off and wartner.I'm just wondering why, if it all just warts on skin.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
The over-the-counter wart treatments are intended for use on thicker, robust skin, such as hands, feet, arms, etc; they are not designed for more fragile skin or places where scarring might be a cosmetic problem, such as the genitals, face, etc. Partly for these reasons, research has never been done to see how well they work for genital warts, so nobody can make knowledgeable recommendations. Finally, not every bump is a wart; over-the-counter treatment is discouraged in people who have not seen a health care provider for a definite diagnosis.
Good luck-- HHH, MD
Good luck-- HHH, MD
The reason is because the chemicals used to get rid of the wart on regular skin are far too strong to be used on the genitals. The skin on the genitals is very sensitive and may react badly (read: pain and burning, redness) with those chemicals.
You don't want acid on your penis, trust me on this one
Hi Doctor thanks for posting that HPV FAQ, I was wondering if you mind if I used that for my own support group, and when you will be putting up an HPV FAQ?
Oops I meant thanks for the "HSV" fact and when the "HPV" faq will come up, so confusing :p
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
I'm working on the HPV FAQs. Soon, I hope.
HHH, MD
HHH, MD
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