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Genital warts is a viral infection.

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Is geintal warts a bacteria viral or parasite?

Genital warts are caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is a virus, not a bacteria or a parasite. HPV is typically spread through sexual contact.


Are hpv and genital warts the same?

Yes they are; HPV is the virus that causes genital warts.


Does Genital warts run in families?

Genital warts don't run in the family; you must come into contact with the virus to be infected.


Are warts a bacteria or a virus?

Warts are caused by viruses, particularly human papillomavirus (HPV). They are not caused by bacteria.


Can you get genital warts even if you havent came in direct contact with them or ever had hpv?

No. Genital warts are caused by several strains of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). You would have to have HPV in order to develop genital warts. However many HPV virus are very common and easily caught, and it is unusual to be tested for HPV unless you have symptoms.


Can warts get into the blood stream of a human?

It depends on what you mean by "warts" Warts are cause by a virus, so this virus in in the blood stream. HPV is the main cause of genital warts and is transmitted sexually. The virus attacks the cells of the skin, and causes warts to develop on the surface


When do people get warts?

It is estimated that 1% of sexually active people between the ages of 18 and 45 have genital warts; however, studies indicate that as many as 40% of sexually active adults may carry the virus that causes genital warts.


What does the medical abbreviation HPV mean?

HPV means human papillomavirus, the virus that causes warts and, in certain subtypes, is associated with cancer of the cervix, penis, vulva, anus, and some head and neck cancers.HPV is genital warts.


Which STD is characterized by pink or reddish wart with cauliflower-like tops that apper on the genitals?

Human papilloma virus (HPV), commonly known as genital warts.Genital Warts.Genital Warts.


What kind of viruses cause warts?

Human papillomavirus (HPV) causes genital warts.


What is the cauliflower thing on your genitals caused by virus?

Probably genital warts but get it checked out by a professional to be sure.


Is warts a virus or bacteria?

Warts are caused by a viral infection, specifically by one of the many types of HPV.Human papilloma viruse