Warts

 

 

Causes and Risk Factors

 

Warts are contagious

HPV that infect the skin and mucosa.

Genital warts is a common STI.

Immunodeficiencies

 

 

 

Signs, Symptoms, and Diagnosis

 

  • history
  • physical exam
  • lab investigations
  • diagnostic imaging

History

 

 

 

 

 

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Pathophysiology

 

 

 

 

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Treatments

 

OTC are 18-27%.

40% salicycilic acid, cover with vaseline, and occulde with duct tape.

Cryotherapy

Liquid nitrogen is -196 C.

 

Can also use lasers, podophyllotoxin or omoquimod 5% cream for genital warts.

 

 

 

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Consequences and Course

 

 

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The Patient

 

 

 

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Health Care Team

 

 

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Community Involvement

 

 

 

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Resources and References