HPV types 16, 18, 31, 33, and 35 are also occasionally found in anogenital warts usually as co-infections with HPV 6 or 11 and can be associated with foci of high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions HSIL , particularly in persons who have HIV infection. In addition to anogenital warts, HPV types 6 and 11 have been associated with conjunctival, nasal, oral, and laryngeal warts. Anogenital warts are usually asymptomatic, but depending on the size and anatomic location, they can be painful or pruritic. They are usually flat, papular, or pedunculated growths on the genital mucosa. Anogenital warts occur commonly at certain anatomic sites, including around the vaginal introitus, under the foreskin of the uncircumcised penis, and on the shaft of the circumcised penis. Warts can also occur at multiple sites in the anogenital epithelium or within the anogenital tract e.
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Anal warts condyloma acuminata are caused by the human papilloma virus HPV , the most common sexually transmitted disease STD. The warts affect the area around and inside the anus, but may also develop on the skin of the genital area. They first appear as tiny spots or growths, often as small as a pin head. They can grow quite large and cover the entire anal area. Sexual intercourse is a common way to get infected with HPV.
Use these tools to manage your health care profile across the Adventist Health System. Anal warts, condyloma acuminata, affect the area around and inside the anus. The warts first appear as tiny growths, as small as a pinhead, eventually growing to the size of a pea. Your doctor will start with a complete medical history to determine the frequency and duration of your symptoms. If warts are very small and are located only on the skin around the anus, they may be treated with a topical medication.
Skip to main content. Anal Warts. Anal warts Condyloma acuminate are small or large growths located around or inside the anus.