5 Facts About Condyloma Acuminata

By: Jacob Quinn

Break Studios Contributing Writer

This article is going to outline 5 facts about condyloma acuminata, which is also known as genital warts. Like other sexually transmitted diseases, there can sometimes be a lot of misinformation that could lead a person to make bad decisions. The more you know about condyloma acuminata, the easier it will be to determine if you have an infection and whether or not it is being treated effectively. You can also learn the best ways to avoid spreading the virus to others.

  1. Condyloma acuminata is caused by a virus. The virus is known as the human papillomavirus or HPV. Like many other viruses, it can be very difficult to treat.
  2. If you have a weak immune system, you have a much greater chance of contracting condyloma acuminata. Any sort of weakness in the immune system can increase your chances of catching a disease, including severe immune disorders like AIDS and lesser issues like malnutrition. People with strong immune systems can sometimes be exposed to the virus without getting sick.
  3. One of the most important facts about condyloma acuminata is that it’s transmitted by skin contact. That means that the warts themselves have small amounts of the virus on them and when you touch someone else’s skin while carrying the virus, it will often spread.
  4. The warts from condyloma acuminata are often almost mushroo- shaped with a stem and a bulbous end. They also tend to cluster together. Learning things about condyloma acuminata's appearance can help you recognize the symptoms if you contract it.
  5. If you ever develop condyloma acuminata, you should always watch for a breakout in the future. It is relatively common for a condyloma acuminata infection to return at a later date.
Posted on: Nov. 06, 2010