Condyloma is a skin condition caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). It leads to small bumps or warts around the genital or anal area. The most common form is condyloma acuminatum, which produces soft, flesh-colored growths. A rarer, more aggressive form is Buschke-Lowenstein giant condyloma, which can grow large and invade deeper tissues if not treated early.
Symptoms of condyloma can vary, and some people may have no symptoms at all. When present, they can include:
Condyloma is transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact, most often during sexual activity. You can catch the virus even if no warts are visible. Key risk factors include:
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Buschke-Lowenstein condyloma produces large, rapidly growing warts that can invade deeper tissues, whereas regular condyloma acuminatum warts are smaller and remain near the skin's surface.
The ICD-10 code used for condyloma acuminatum is A63.0.
Diagnosis is primarily made through a visual exam of the affected area. If the appearance is unclear or atypical, a small biopsy may be performed for confirmation.
Yes. Many people infected with HPV carry and transmit the virus without visible warts or other symptoms.
Treatment duration varies by method topical creams often require several weeks of application, while cryotherapy or surgical removal can provide faster wart clearance but may need follow-up visits.
Yes. Condyloma spreads through direct skin-to-skin contact, most commonly during sexual activity, even if no warts are visible.
Most genital warts are caused by low-risk HPV types (6 and 11) that rarely progress to cancer. Nonetheless, regular screenings are essential to monitor for high-risk HPV types.
Prevention strategies include consistent condom use, limiting the number of sexual partners, receiving the HPV vaccine, and attending regular STI screenings.
Cryotherapy is effective for small, superficial warts but may not suffice for larger or deeply rooted lesions, which often require surgical removal, laser therapy, or electrosurgery.
Seeing a Jersey Village specialist at GastroDoxs means quick scheduling, personalized treatment plans, expert care for both mild and advanced cases, and convenient follow-up to reduce recurrence risk.
