Do I have anal warts?
January 21, 2008
Recently, my partner noticed small white bumps around my anus, they appear to be getting bigger. I’m afraid they may be anal warts. About two years ago, while in Key West, we played with another couple and they used dildos on me. Could I have gotten something from them? Also, we have used some natural oils to cure these warts, unfortunately, they are still there. Is there any natural cures for these or what do you suggest?
Anal warts are caused by about ten types of human papillomavirus (HPV), the general category of virus that causes warts. Over 60% of men (90% of HIV+ men) who have sex with men carry the virus in their anal canals. It is a lifelong condition and there is no known cure for the virus.
Depending on the type of virus, some men may develop anal warts or precancerous growths. Left untreated, these can spread across your anus (both inside and out), your cock, and even into your urethra. In some cases, even onto your face and hands. The virus is easily spread, and many a top has suddenly been surprised to discover he has anal warts.
Sharing dildos, fingering, and anal sex can all spread the HPV virus. It is so prevalent in the gay male population that the virus should be viewed as an inevitable condition for a sexually active male, and unlike HIV, HPV is not something you can take reasonable precautions to avoid. If you play with multiple people, you will get the virus. It is a good idea to simply assume you have the virus and to manage your health thereafter.
Fortunately both warts and precancerous growths are treatable. The precise method of treating them will depend upon your particular condition, the severity, and the location. Frankly, it’s a discussion for you to have with your doctor, not with me. They are not treatable by natural oils or anything you can do at home though. Indeed, your doctor will need to look inside your rectum with a special scope to see if you have growths inside your body.
Whether those little white bumps are anal warts is a medical matter, and one I cannot diagnose. See your doctor.
Visit gayhealth.com for more information.
Depending on the type of virus, some men may develop anal warts or precancerous growths. Left untreated, these can spread across your anus (both inside and out), your cock, and even into your urethra. In some cases, even onto your face and hands. The virus is easily spread, and many a top has suddenly been surprised to discover he has anal warts.
Sharing dildos, fingering, and anal sex can all spread the HPV virus. It is so prevalent in the gay male population that the virus should be viewed as an inevitable condition for a sexually active male, and unlike HIV, HPV is not something you can take reasonable precautions to avoid. If you play with multiple people, you will get the virus. It is a good idea to simply assume you have the virus and to manage your health thereafter.
Fortunately both warts and precancerous growths are treatable. The precise method of treating them will depend upon your particular condition, the severity, and the location. Frankly, it’s a discussion for you to have with your doctor, not with me. They are not treatable by natural oils or anything you can do at home though. Indeed, your doctor will need to look inside your rectum with a special scope to see if you have growths inside your body.
Whether those little white bumps are anal warts is a medical matter, and one I cannot diagnose. See your doctor.
Visit gayhealth.com for more information.
