how long the genital warts virus stays in the body?

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Genital warts are caused by a virus. This virus is very common in the population. Some estimates place the prevalence of genital warts at 20 to 30% of the population sometimes even higher depending on location.

They are caused by human papilloma virus. The virus is transmitted sexually. In order to transmit the virus one does not necessarily need to have any symptoms or any warts. The virus simply lives on and under the skin.The most common means of transmission is by skin-to-skin contact with the penis, scrotum, vagina, vulva, or anus of an infected person. Kissing or touching a partner’s genitals with the mouth can also transmit HPV. Using a condom does not guarantee protection since the virus can be on an area of skin not covered by the condom. Sharing of possibly-contaminated objects may transmit HPV.

Once infected the virus is usually present for life.Woman can bear a child even with the disease but it depends on the changes caused and the extent of the disease.It is recommended to get a yearly Pap smear done and to see the prognosis of the disease.Kindly take the treatment as advised by your Healthcare Provider.

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