Condylomas, colloquially also called genital warts, belong to the classic sexually transmitted diseases. The pathogens are human papilloma viruses (HPV). They must be removed as quickly and thoroughly as possible, and for this purpose the laser is used.
Condyloma are a common and widespread infectious disease worldwide, especially among sexually active adults. Transmission occurs through direct contact from person to person, usually during sexual intercourse.
The condylomas can occur in the entire genital area, depending on sexual practices also intraanal, in 20% of cases intravaginal and in 6% even at the cervix. The initial focus of treatment is to thoroughly remove all external condylomas.
Mostly condylomas are only 2-5mm in diameter, skin-colored, wart-like growths, but they can also grow but they can also grow massively and form large nodes.
It is important to completely remove the virus material. Particularly suitable for this is the CO2 Laser. The treatment is performed under local anesthesia and has the great advantage that there is usually no bleeding. Alternatively, agents can be used with which the Warts can be dabbed. Besides, there are other mechanical procedures such as scraping, cold surgery, etc., which are used to remove the warts.
It is important to know that condylomas do not disappear on their own and that, in case of long and that malignant transformations are also possible if they persist for a long time.
So do not hesitate to see a specialized doctor to remove the condyloma. remove the condyloma. It is also important to have regular follow-ups, as unfortunately they have a have a high recurrence rate. Also, examine yourself regularly. Fortunately, there are now also HPV vaccines, which are expected to reduce the incidence of this troublesome infectious expected.