It is not always easy to tell if you have venereal warts as they can appear to be the same as normal warts. They can be single warts or in clumps. They can also come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes you may not even be aware of their existence as they are not always visible or painful. For some other people though they could be very sizable and obvious.

For women, venereal warts normally are found inside the vagina, around the vulva (outer part of the vagina), on the cervix, or around the anus area. If the warts are internal then it is likely that there will be a change in any discharge from the vagina or that there will be some type of burning sensation.

For men, they are likely to be on the penis although they can also be found inside the urethra and around the anus. If they do occur around the urethra, there may be a discharge or bleeding. There may also be an increased need to urinate.

Venereal warts are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) and are also known by most people as genital warts. This sexually transmitted disease has become a very common problem in recent years especially among the young adult population. They can appear to be the same as warts that develop on other parts of the body, however they can be much more serious. This risk particularly applies to women as some strains are linked to an increased risk of cervical cancer.

The condition causing these warts is normally spread from skin-to-skin contact during sex. Any visible warts will begin to become visible with 2 to 3 months after exposure to an infected person. It is quite a common problem that is often made worse by the fact that you or your partner may not be aware that you even have the virus.

Accordingly, prevention is clearly the best way to approach this condition although it is not always easy to achieve. You should try to learn about your partner’s sexual or health history before you start having sex. This might not seem practical, and would obviously be a mood-killer if approached the wrong way, but at least make an effort to find out what you can. If there are any visible signs of warts around their genitals, try to get them to seek proper medical assistance – this is for your benefit as well as that of your partner. Always keep in mind that condoms are a good option for preventing transfer of venereal warts so be sure to make use of them.

If you want further information about venereal warts, you can always visit your local library or search through the various sources that are now available online. This is an important health issue that you need to treat and be aware of, so make sure that you seek professional medical advice and treatment if required.