How are Genital Warts (HPV) Treated?
How are Genital Warts (HPV) Treated?Answer: In the absence of symptoms, HPV is not treated. Pre-cancerous cervical changes are treated, by your physician, according to your actual diagnosis. Genital warts can be left untreated, or treated by one of the regimens below. Treatment does not cure HPV infection, and warts may reoccur. The drug regimens below were updated to reflect the the Centers for Disease Control 2010 STD treatment guidelines on 1/25/11. Remember that only your doctor can say which treatment is right for you. Recommended Regimens for External Genital Warts Patient-Applied: Podofilox* 0.5% solution or gel. The gel is applied to visible warts twice a day for 3 days, followed by 4 days of no therapy. This cycle can be repeated up to 4 times OR Imiquimod* 5% cream. This
