Genital Warts
Uganda2023
Clinical management of Genital Warts in Uganda
Uganda Clinical Guidelines 2023 · all from source →
General Adult
Diagnosis
1.
Clinical Features
HPV warts: soft fleshy growth on genitals. Syphilitic warts: flat-topped and broad based growth. Molluscum contagiosum: light coloured, umbilicated growths.
Treatment
1.
HPV Viral Warts
Apply podophyllum resin paint 15% to the warts 1-3 times weekly until resolved. Protect normal skin with petroleum jelly. Wash off after 4 hours. Do not use in pregnancy.
2.
Syphilitic Warts
Benzathine penicillin injection 2.4 MU single dose (half into each buttock).
3.
Molluscum contagiosum
Usually self limiting. Treat underlying conditions.
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