Shocking Truth: Is a Wart near Groin Area Normal?

Warts caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) are spread through skin-to-skin contact during sexual activity (oral, anal, or vaginal) with an infected person.

Penetration is not necessary during sexual activity for transmission to occur, which is why it’s common for warts to appear in areas close to the genitals, such as the groin, below the navel, or buttocks.

If you have a wart in the groin area, this information might help you understand the cause of that lesion and what you should do to avoid complications.

Índice

1 What to do if you have a groin wart?
2 When to see a doctor?
3 Recommendations if you have a groin wart
4 How many types of warts are there?
5 How can I prevent warts from appearing?
6 Lastly… what should you do if you have HPV?

What to do if you have a groin wart?

Most warts that appear in the groin are caused by HPV, but they can also be due to other skin diseases. Some lesions in this area correspond to fibromas, jock itch, fungal infection (candidiasis), psoriasis, among others.

Therefore, when you find a wart in the groin, it’s important to see a doctor to evaluate the cause of the lesion and prescribe the appropriate treatment.

A wart in the groin caused by HPV usually goes away on its own over time (approximately 2 years). Many times they disappear without treatment, depending on the immune system of the virus carrier. However, you can shorten this time to 2 or 3 months and cure HPV.

With treatment, warts usually disappear immediately or within a few weeks. Depending on the location and severity of the lesion, the doctor may prescribe creams containing imiquimod, podophyllin, trichloroacetic acid, or sinecatechins that are applied directly to the lesion.

To immediately remove groin warts, cryotherapy, laser technology, or surgery is used.

When to see a doctor?

Although groin warts are usually asymptomatic and, as previously mentioned, go away on their own, it’s important to monitor them.

If you notice that the lesion has changed color or appearance, increased in size, spread, or is causing discomfort (pain, bleeding, itching), do not hesitate to see a doctor as these symptoms warn of a complication.

Sometimes the discomfort of groin warts is caused by wearing tight clothing or constant friction with other skin areas. In any case, it’s recommended that a doctor evaluates the lesion to ensure there’s no risk.

Recommendations if you have a groin wart

Seeing a doctor and monitoring the groin lesion are key to avoiding any complications.
Handle the wart as little as possible, and don’t even think about cutting it with scissors, nail clippers, or any other instrument. This would worsen the situation, as you run the risk of it spreading to other parts of the body.
Wear loose clothing made of soft fabric to avoid putting pressure on the wart or irritating it through friction.
Take the necessary protective measures to avoid reinfection with another strain of HPV or transmitting the disease to your partner. Avoid high-risk sexual activities and use protection during sexual intercourse.

These were some tips to help you know how to deal with HPV. However, there is much more you need to do if you really want to get rid of HPV and warts forever.

What you need to do is GET RID OF THE ROOT of the problem.

For that reason, I recommend you to look into Dr. Kirkland's story and how he was able to cure HPV and get rid of warts for good.

Click here to see what he did

How many types of warts are there?

At times, doubts arise when a wart appears, and people wonder if it’s benign and will disappear on its own or if it poses risks and should be treated by a doctor.

As a general rule, if any lesion appears on your groin or anywhere on your body that raises suspicion, it is most sensible to see your doctor.

To give you clarity on whether a wart might have a risk of major complications, I’ll share the types of warts that can appear on your skin.

Genital warts: as I mentioned at the beginning of this article, these usually appear in the genital area and surrounding areas and are due to an HPV infection. They are sexually transmitted.
Flat warts: these usually appear clustered on the face. They are typically small and smooth, the same color as the skin.
Filiform warts: these are the tiny elongated bumps that appear around the eyes and nose. They generally have the same color as the skin.
Plantar warts: these cause the most discomfort, as they are painful. They are located on the sole and between the toes.
Common warts: these are the most frequent, shaped like a little ball. They are rough, with a color very similar to the skin or a bit lighter with small black dots. They generally appear on the hands and around the nails.

Most of these warts are caused by viruses and do not pose a major risk. As I mentioned, they disappear on their own after a while, which can be around 2 years.

Genital warts pose the highest risk and should be examined by a doctor, as some can be precancerous.

How can I prevent warts from appearing?

Warts are extremely common lesions, so it’s not easy to ensure that one will never appear on your skin.

In the case of HPV genital warts, the only way to prevent them is safe sex.

Having only one sexual partner for whom you are their first and only partner and maintaining that monogamy is the only way to avoid them.

Regarding the other types of warts, I’ll give you 6 tips to prevent their appearance or spread to other parts of your body:

Wear flip-flops in public places and swimming pools.
Don’t share your underwear, swimsuits, or towels.
Don’t touch your warts, as contact with them can spread them to other areas of your skin.
Don’t bite your nails or pick at your hangnails.
Don’t use grooming items with which you’ve touched your warts on healthy areas of your body. Ideally, these items should be disposable and used only once.

Lastly… what should you do if you have HPV?