There appears to be a low risk for transmission of HPV in health care workers during the treatment of genital warts or cervical dysplasia, researchers reported at the American Academy of Dermatology ...

The primary cause of warts is the human papillomavirus (HPV). This highly contagious virus can be easily transmitted through direct contact with an infected person or surface. There are over 100 ...

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is highly contagious, spreading through direct skin-to-skin contact, especially during sexual activity. But not everyone exposed to it will develop symptoms or an infection.

Using duct tape to remove a wart is a home remedy that some people believe can work. However, studies have produced mixed results on its effectiveness, and it can cause skin irritation in some people.

Many individuals worry about STDs, such as syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, or herpes. But there’s another extremely common one you need to be aware of. If you’re sexually active, you’ve likely been ...

Dealing with a wart? Those unsightly tiny flesh-colored or pink bumps are generally harmless, says Dr. Nava Greenfield, a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York City.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of common viruses that can affect different parts of the body. Most of the time, HPV doesn’t cause any symptoms. But when it does, it usually causes warts to ...

Warts look simple, but scientifically, they’re tiny viral overgrowths caused by specific strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). These strains sneak into the skin through microscopic cuts, ...

Aug. 21 (UPI) --Genital warts may increase the risk of sexually transmitting HIV, pointing scientists toward a possible strategy in preventing the disease's spread. Researchers from Boston University ...

Warts are small, raised bumps on the skin. They may have small dots on their surface, which are blood vessels. Salicylic acid is a common treatment in wart removal. Warts occur when a virus causes ...

Warts are stubborn, contagious, and often misunderstood. Luke Johnson, MD, a dermatologist with University of Utah Health, shares what actually helps—from over-the-counter salicylic acid to in-office ...