All these hpv creams are crap!!! (29yr/male) I have genital warts...is there anything that can remove these?

Answer 1

Aldara cream and Condylox (lotion or gel) don't work for everyone.

If those creams don't work you may need to have them surgically removed. You could also have the doctor apply a medication at the doctors office. This is done in several visits to the doctor and can be pretty expensive.

If that doesn't work you many need to get them removed either by freezing them off or burning them off.

Answer 2

Well I am assuming that if you already have Rx creams you have discussed you options at least with you primary care physican. As you have been told, HPV is not a death sentence for you and it is somthing that is very managable. However, I must remind you that HPV is the leading cause for cervical cancer for females, so your lack of regard for your partner could be a death sentence for them. Life deals you a crapy hand somtimes, now you need to make the best of it,
Moving on; So you have HPV and the creams are not working. For Gods sake, I am assuming that these are Rx creams and you are not using over the counter wart remover on your genitals. In case your thinking about it, imagine yourself heading to the ER with second degree burns and irresversible damage to your genitals. Again, I regress. Many options have been mentioned to you including: cryosurgery and laser removal. I will say that these are both excellent options if your genital warts have reached a stage beyond correction with Rx cream. The key is seeing a Dermatolgist who has considerable experience in the area. Millons of people suffer just as you do and I promise your Dermatologist will not be surprised or shocked. To him or her, its just another day in the office. The worst thing you can do is be embarrassed of ashamed, especially if it causes you to not seek treatment.
Another thing to note is that a high percentage of genital warts will dissipate without any intervention. Only the most severe of cases require advanced intervention. I must remind you again however, you are indeed contagious and owe it to your partner to discuss the risks before sex and be 100% honest about your condition. It could cause your partner her life. So please be responsible. Ever if your HPV subsides and you show no symptoms, you are still highly contagious. Unfortunately it is your cross to bare, however, millons like you also bare this burden. Good Luck... If you would like more detailed info, feel free to write, I will answer.

Sorry this is long, just thought I would share some info with you.......

Answer 3

I totally agree with you... the creams are crap!
Have you tried tea-tree oil?

I had genital warts a few months ago and nothing seemed to get rid of them, but then i decided to try the tea tree oil after hearing that it's meant to be really effective. I poured a bit of tea tree oil onto some cotton wool and rubbed it on each individual wart, i did this once a day. After 4 days, the warts were so small that you could barely notice they were there, within 2 weeks they were completley gone with no trace that they were ever there! Now i wipe myself with it about once a week just to ensure that they don't come back... and so far they haven't!

I was so happy to finally be rid of them horrible warts... and i can't understand why my doctor didn't tell me about tea tree oil in the first place. Give it a try, i highly recommend it!

Good Luck! I hope the problem goes away soon!

Answer 4

The first pic definately looks like HPV/Genital Warts (same thing) The second one looks almost like Molluscum Contagiosum The third one looks either like HPV/Genial Warts or Herpes (I say herpes because of the cluster of bumps) The fourth on the head of your penis, I have no clue. It's hard to tell with pics sometimes. A dr. could diagnose these in about 30 seconds just by examining them and feeling them. If I had to pick one, I would choose HPV. You're seeking answers in the wrong place. You need to see a dr.

Answer 5

There is freezing, laser and surgery but 20%-50% of warts removed come back. Speak to your doctor about removal options. But removal of warts doesn't equate with removal of the HPV from your body.

Answer 6

How to Remove Warts

There are also several over-the-counter options. The most common ones involve salicylic acid. These products are readily available at most drugstores and supermarkets. There are typically two types of products: adhesive pads treated with salicylic acid, or a bottle of concentrated salicylic acid.

Removing warts with this method requires a strict regimen of cleaning the area, applying the salicylic acid, and removing the dead skin with a pumice stone or emery board. It may take up to 12 weeks to remove a stubborn wart.

Another over-the-counter product that can aid in wart removal is silver nitrate in the form of a Caustic Pencil, which is also available at drug stores. This method generally takes three to six daily treatments to be effective. The instructions must be followed to minimize staining of skin and clothing.




Over-the-counter cryosurgery kits are also available, however often costing 3 times as much as other over-the-counter products.

Like prescription treatments, over-the-counter treatments usually require multiple applications, and are only necessary if the warts are problematic. Additionally, these treatments are capable of destroying healthy skin as well as warts, so caution must be exercised by those attempting them without medical supervision.

Duct tape occlusion therapy involves placing a piece of duct tape (or medical tape) over the affected area for a week at a time. The procedure is otherwise identical to that of using salicylic acid adhesive pads. Studies revealed the duct tape method is 85% effective.

Other household remedies include the application of common household things, such as banana skin, vinegar, hot water and washing liquid, or unskinned potatoes, to the affected area. Accounts vary in regards to how long they must be applied in each session and how long they take to work.

Without controlled studies for most household remedies, it is difficult to know whether the warts disappear because the remedies work, or if they disappear due to the individual's own immune system response to the virus.

The success of hypnosis in curing warts at least suggests that the condition may be cured by belief in a remedy, the placebo effect or other psychological means.

Some household remedies are potentially dangerous. These include attempts to cut or burn away the warts. Incense is sometimes used in Asian countries to burn warts. These methods are very painful, and can lead to infection and/or permanent scarring.

Answer 7

You need to go to your doctor and they will either burn them off or recommend a really strong ointment.

Check out this link. It has loads of uselful information.
http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetails.aspx?p=240&np=299&id=2087

I would be talking to the person you got them from and tell future partners you had them as warts can lay dormant for years and can show up again and infect partners in the future.

Good luck. I really hope you are clear of them soon.

Answer 8

you can accaully remove the wart by freezing them off.. but then you will still have outbreaks. and there is no cure for genital warts.. but by freezing them off will help with the appreance..!!

Answer 9

Nothing short of cryo treatment.. ( cold freezing them off... ) HPV is a virus.. and it can reoccur despite treatment.

Answer 10

there is currently no cure for genital warts.