What are genital warts?

• Papillomatous or sessile papules or large confluent plaques • Not hard, not hyperkeratotic • External genitalia, perineum, perianal, inguinal fold External Genital: • HPV infection is one of the most common STI’s • Peak prevalence in women 20-24 y.o, in men 25-29 yo • Risk factors: sexual intercourse at an early age, numerous partners, unprotected exposure • HPV infection is linked to genital warts, premalignant lesions of the cervix, vagina, vulva, penis, and oropharynx