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Anal wart surgery

Posted by Anonymous, 7 Replies

I am about to have surgery for anal warts that I have in my anal canal. I was wondering if anyone else has had the outpatient surgery and tell me wht it's like post-op. when will I be able to go back to work? How long am I likey to be in discomfort? Read more »

surgery for anal warts

Posted by bakcake, 3 Replies

I am facing anal wart surgery in a week. i would like to know what happens step by step during the surgery Read more »

anal warts

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

do gynecologists perform anal pap smears or check for warts back there? I think I may have them Read more »

do genital warts cause cancer in men

Posted by team1, 1 Reply

they do cause cervical cancer in women among other things. but its been stated that the warts are harmless to men? is that true? Read more »

Venereal Warts & low cd4

Posted by butchcat, 1 Reply

I was first diagnosed w/ condyloma (Venereal warts) in the late 80's and had laser surgery to remove the stubborn critters. No re-occurances for a LONG time. I've noticed within the last 6 or 8 months they have definately come back! My cd4 dropped... Read more »

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anal warts; what follow up do you need if they have been removed?

My friend just had external warts removed and is HIV positive, what can I expect now that they have been removed, dose he need to be tested each year to see if they are coming back or just let it go, I am always going to be there for him no matter...

Response from Bruce Dezube, M.D.

Harvard Medical School

Anal warts are caused by the HPV virus (human papilloma virus, also known as the wart virus). Although your friend's warts have been removed, he most likely still has an HPV infection. HPV infection is chronic and most patients, particularly... Read more »

anal warts

dear doc.i went to a proctolagist for a growth i had on my anus.he told me it was a anal wart and sugested surgery.after discussing it with my hiv doc he said surgery would be fine.i have been on sustiva and combivir sence jan 14th about the time i...

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

Rocky Mountain CARES

You are correct in the statement that immune reconstitution sometimes causes reversal of HIV-related complications. This could explain the shrinking of your anal wart.There is no clear correct or incorrect way to proceed with your care-- you could... Read more »

Can I get internal Anal Warts with none on the outside

I'm a 38 negative gay man. My partner and I have been together for 6 years and only on occasion perform protected anal sex. I did not see any exterior warts but after an examination in the shower believe to have slight lumps just in the...

Response from Bruce Dezube, M.D.

Harvard Medical School

Anal warts are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Unfortunately HPV can cause a patient to have just internal warts, just external warts, or a combination of both. Furthermore many gay men are infected with HPV infection, yet do not have any... Read more »

Anal warts? Also, any info on T20?

Hello Docs!Two questions. First, can you give me a definitive description of anal warts, what they look like, how big they generally are, location, etc...I have recently noticed two tiny bumps around my anal area. In fact, they are VERY tiny. I had...

Response from Andrew T. Pavia, M.D.

University of Utah, School of Medicine

Anal warts are generally flat topped, hard bumps. If one looks at them closely, say with a magnifying lens, they have what we call a "cauliflower-like" surface, not unlike regular warts. They usually continue to grow, but the rate is very... Read more »

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U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Role of Cytology (Pap Tests) and Human Papillomavirus Testing in Anal Cancer Screening

In the current study, investigators assessed anal oncogenic human papillomavirus (HPV) and anal cytology as screening tests for detecting high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia (AIN 2+), since this is an immediate precursor to anal cancer. A... Read more »

Gardasil Approved to Prevent Anal Cancer

In the U.S. more than 5,000 people are diagnosed with anal cancer each year. More women than men are diagnosed with it, and people living with HIV experience higher rates of the cancer, especially gay and bisexual men who have had anal sex.... Read more »

Rare Anal Cancer in National Spotlight

A recent TV special and other media coverage of actress Farrah Fawcett's battle with anal cancer have placed the rare disease in the national spotlight. Many cases of anal cancer are linked to certain types of the STD human papillomavirus, the... Read more »

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