Have you noticed that you have warts on your testicles? Do you not know what it is? Also known as genital warts, they are a sexually transmitted disease. Although very few talk about it, it is essential to know them and know everything about their appearance.
The presence of genital warts or warts on the testicles is the product of the spread of the human papillomavirus, frequently known as HPV. In addition to appearing on the skin of the genitals, these warts can occur in the anus.
They are transmitted very quickly when there is direct contact with the infected person’s skin. In this FastlyHealarticle, we will talk to you in detail about warts on the testicles: causes, symptoms, and proper treatment.
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Warts on the testicles: causes
The presence of warts in the scrotum, that is, on the skin that covers the testicles, is related to the human papillomavirus. Although there are many varieties of this virus, not all of them can cause the dreaded genital warts.
It is usual for the virus to remain on the skin for a long time until the first symptoms appear, which can take months or years.
There are many terms used to refer to warts on the testicles. They are also known as genital warts or venereal warts. And in addition to appearing on the skin that lines the testicles, they can also appear in the groin and anus.
Warts on the testicles appear after sexual contact with an infected person. The fact is that despite using the condom as a protection method, it does not cover the surrounding areas of the penis.
If not treated in time, warts on the testicles caused by the human papillomavirus can turn into cancer in some cases, depending on the type of HPV.
In the United States, at least 50% of sexually active men develop human papillomavirus at least once in their life [1]. This is described in a review article by the General Hospital of Mexico.
What are the symptoms of warts on the testicles?
The human papillomavirus in men can remain latent for a period, which can be months or years. Also, when initial warts appear, they may sometimes not be visible to the naked eye.
When warts appear on the testicles, they can occur in isolation or small groups. These can be of two types (flat or lumpy), and many describe them as similar to cauliflower. Some will not manifest any pain, and others may produce a sensation of intense itching and bleeding. These characteristics are variable.
On the other hand, visible warts on the testicles can be whitish or skin-colored. There have been cases where you can have the type of HPV that does not present any symptoms but does transmit it to another person who may develop warts.
Treatment for warts on the testicles
Once you have noticed that you have one or more warts on your testicles, you should immediately go to the doctor for an accurate diagnosis. It is likely that if you have warts on the testicles that do not cause any discomfort, you will not need any treatment.
On the other hand, if you have any symptoms or the warts are visible enough to generate emotional stress, the doctor may indicate some effective treatments to make them disappear despite the possibility that they may reappear.
Some medications can be applied directly to the skin:
- Imiquimod: this is a cream that stimulates the immune system and fights warts that appear on the testicles. The adverse effects that can occur after using this cream are that it can cause skin irritation, redness, discomfort, body pain, and fatigue.
- Podophyllin: this type of medicine destroys the wart tissue on the skin that covers the testicles and must be applied directly by the doctor unless podofilox is used, which contains the same active ingredient as podophyllin but can be used by the patient from home.
- Trichloroacetic Acid: This is another doctor-prescribed treatment used to treat warts on the testicles. This can cause mild skin irritation, pain, and some sores as a side effect.
- Sinecatechins or vegan: like the previous ones, this is another cream used to treat warts located on the testicles. Side effects are mild but can happen. These include burning, pain, and redness of the skin.
The specialist must indicate all these medications. Surgery will likely be necessary to remove any more giant wart that has not disappeared with the previously used treatment. The surgical treatments to be used are:
- Cryotherapy or liquid nitrogen freezing wherein a blister is generated around the wart to clear new skin where the lesion is located.
- The electrocautery wherein a burn is performed in warts through electric current.
How do prevent warts on the testicles?
It is a sexually transmitted disease and cannot be prevented with condoms. The best way to avoid its appearance is through the human papillomavirus vaccine.
The vaccine is recommended for:
- All children at 11 or 12 years old.
- Older boys and 21-year-old men who have not been vaccinated young.
- Gay or bisexual menage 26.
The dose of the vaccine will depend on the patient’s age and is administered in the upper arm. It has been known that the vaccine is much more effective if it is applied to children long before they start sexual activity. The presence of warts on the testicles is not a condition to be overlooked, so it is necessary to visit the doctor to activate the corresponding treatment.
This article is merely informative. At FastlyHeal .com, we do not have the power to prescribe medical treatments or make any diagnosis. We invite you to see a doctor if you present any condition or discomfort.
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I am a Surgeon with a diploma in comprehensive ultrasound and surgical care residency, an area I am specializing in. During the exercise of my profession, I have realized the need for patients to know the diseases they suffer, and I can tell you that a large part of their complications is due to a lack of information. Being a health web writer allows me to transmit my experience, without borders, to all those readers eager for knowledge, educate them in the prevention of diseases and promote a healthy lifestyle.