My sister just found out she has genital warts. I was really worried and shocked and her reaction was that yeah she felt bad for not being more careful but that it is pretty common, especially among teens. Is this true?
2007-12-15 06:59:34 · 19 answers · asked by cat 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
and is there anything she can do to treat it without paying for expensive drug treatment from plan parenthood?
2007-12-15 07:00:49 · update #1
Sounds like the chickens coming home to roost.
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2007-12-15 07:02:41 · answer #1 · answered by Ivri_Anokhi 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
HPV is supposd to be common for individuals between 16 and 26. (Supposedly 66% or 2 out of every 3 people between this age sufers from it). Not all strains cause warts or outbreaks or cancer though. Check with the gyno at planned parenthood and they should be able to recommend a more cost effective alternative. Oh and make sure she monitors it so it won't get worse (or become cancerous). And if you can, have her get the HPV vaccination. This can help her become protected against the other strains of HPV.
2007-12-15 15:04:30 · answer #2 · answered by Princess D 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
To the doctor right now! Its simple to get rid of, they will assess the situation and the warts and do a smear test, then they will prescribe her with medicine (may come in the form of a cream).
No sex until it clears up, any infection left untreated can cause serious problems and can eventually lead to infertility, not good!
It is common, and treatment should be relatively cheap or possibly free depending on age and location.
So good luck, hope it all works out!
2007-12-15 15:05:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The treatment depends upon the progresson of the disease. However, I dont think there are any cheap methods that would work. Her having the disease is bad, but now she is much more likely to develop dysplasia and or cervical cancer in the future. She needs to be treated for any outbreaks immediately and use a condom in the future. She is morally obligated to tell any future partner that she has this disease, she may be outbreak free BUT she will carry the virus for the rest of her life and it can be transmitted with no visible outbreaks. She also needs to be aware it is transmitted via skin to skin contact (ie condoms might not protect a future partner). Also, while her body is fighting this virus, she is more susceptible to other types of STD infections. To be honest, she needs to put out the fire for a while. I hate to think teens are taking this type of situation lighly, but they are. It is sad. Talk to her, get facts off the internet and share them with her.
2007-12-15 15:07:40 · answer #4 · answered by pupgirl 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
HPV (Human Pappiloma Virus) is very common ...more than people think. My doctor told me that more than 60% of woman have it.
It is VERY important to use protection when you have sex (Condoms are absolutely necessary) to not spread it.
It is not treadable but you can develop internal warts..that will need to be treated with laser surgery. Get your pap at least 2 times a year so you can get tested ... if NOT treated this can turn into cervical cancer.
2007-12-15 15:10:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
She has viral herpes?
She can go online to learn about a large group of people with similar issues and they can tell her how to deal with the issue emotionally and physically and what has worked for them.
www.mpwh.net (antopia)
The folks at the above website can help, there may be informational meetings once a month where doctors meet with the patients and explain new treatments and possibly ask you if you want to be a part of new experimental drug on how to deal with HSV. All those services should be free of charge.
2007-12-15 15:09:32 · answer #6 · answered by redgirl9992004 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
HPV? Yes it is very common your body can overcome it on is own but you have to watch out b/c it may cause Cancer cells. There is a vaccine for it gardasil for girls 14-26. Sometimes they freeze warts off if need be. There are worse things she could' ve gotten tell her to be more careful.
2007-12-15 15:04:42 · answer #7 · answered by ஐ♥Vanessa♥ஐ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Genital warts (HPV) are incurable and can be passed from partner to partner. They can also cause cervical cancer. Yes, HPV is pretty common, not just among teens.
2007-12-15 15:06:22 · answer #8 · answered by margarita 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go to doctor. They can help maybe some ointment. I have heard of some home remedies that were used in the ancient times that are still used today, but i am unsure of the validity of this treatement. Is the use of lemons in the infected area. But have your sis wash herself daily keeping the area dry. Good Luck
2007-12-15 15:04:34 · answer #9 · answered by Xavi 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
genetal warts NEVER go away for a woman...yess she should have been more careful...and IM appaulled at the way you young kids talk like its NORMAL....EWWW!.so is syphliss gonnoreah its alll over columbus ohio the west side is INFESTED with the syph...and the northside hoods are alll green clamydia..eastsidehas the gonnoreah..dunno about the southside yet..but im pretty sure its as disgusting...I wont even let my OLD friend come into my haus... anyone whose had a past of slimey drips NEVER again comes into my haus or around any of us... we simply DROP you from the list...
2007-12-15 15:08:55 · answer #10 · answered by prairie fire 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
she needs the treatment, my best advice is go ahead with the treatment and tell the hospital about her finance situation if she makes less than 20,000 a year she more than likely will get most of it paid for. I worked at the billing department for a hospital
2007-12-15 15:04:39 · answer #11 · answered by Mr. Fancy Pants 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋