What is Genital Warts?
Genital Warts are one of the infections caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). This is a very common infection which infects a significant number of males and females.
However, most HPV infections clear on their own without medical intervention.
There are an estimated 30-40 types or strains of HPV, of which Types 16 and 18 cause Cervical Cancer and Types 6 and 11 cause Genital Warts. Other cancers caused by the Human Papilloma Virus are Oral, Vulval, Anal and Penile Cancer.
How can conditions caused by HPV be prevented?
These conditions can be prevented by immunisation with the HPV Vaccine which is available at the Queen's Park Counselling Centre and Clinic and local health centres.
Is there a cure for HPV?
Once someone is infected with HPV, there is no cure. This means that the warts can be treated or removed but there is a possibility that they may re-occur and therefore the person has to be re-treated as often as necessary.
