Verruca (Warts)

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Description and Symptoms

      Warts can occur on any skin surface included the oral mucosa. In the genital region they are termed condyloma and may be sexually transmitted. Usually asymptomatic, larger lesions may become tender with trauma or pressure.

Diagnosis

    Clinical. Biopsy can confirm.

Pathology

    Human papilloma virus infection.

Principles of Therapy Salicylic acid, liquid nitrogen, cantharidin, podophyllin, imiqumod (Aldara), laser and surgery all can be used to treat warts depending on location and patient preference. No treatment yet can prevent recurrence. Female partners of men with condyloma should have routine pap smears (certain HPV types lead to cervical cancer).

Category: Dermatology Notes

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