Can Amoxicillin Be Used for Genital Warts?

Genital warts are a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease. Genital warts are caused by the same virus that is responsible for genital herpes, the human papillomavirus (HPV). Genital warts are treatable; however, they can not be treated with antibiotics such as amoxicillin.

Nontreatment

While genital warts are treatable during an outbreak, in most cases the condition resolves itself without treatment.

Discomfort

If the genital warts virus is causing you irritability such as itching, pain, or burning, your doctor may recommend treatment in order to dissolve the warts.

Topical Treatment

You doctor may prescribe Imiquimod, a topical cream that helps your body fight off the virus.

Trichloroacetic Acid

If imiquimod is unsuccessful, your doctor may recommend trichloroacetic acid. Trichloroacetic acid is a chemical used to burn off the warts.

Surgery

If the genital warts are large, your doctor may recommended surgical removal of the genital warts. Surgical removal may also include freezing the wart so that the tissue dies and falls off.

References

• Mayo Clinic

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