HPV. This stands for Human Papillomavirus. This causes genital warts in women and men. HPV is a common virus that is spread by direct sexual contact with a person that is infected. The virus is transmitted to or from the genitals, mouth, throat, or anus during sexual activity. It usually enters the body in areas that recieve minor trauma during sex. HPV is most often in an "asleep" state meaning that most often people do not have any symptoms. If symptoms do develop, they usually occur in 2-3 months after exposure with a range of 3 weeks-2 years. Most men are unaware of the warts until they are pointed out by a physician.
Since this is a virus, there is no known cure. There are many options for removing warts such as freezing or using a laser. There are also some creams that may help. There have been no studies on the transmission of HPV with protected sex however even with protected sex, the lower abdomen(if there are warts on it) could be rubbed hard enough for the skin to break transmitting the virus to the other person. Whatever you do now is up to you. Listen, this is an extremely common virus. It is estimated that an average of 1 million people will have some form of genital warts per year. Since you and this guy have already had sex, it would be best to tell him. Personally I would take him to see your doctor with you so the doctor can explain this in more detail. Most guys will fear the worst and break it off or do something stupid because they don't understand it. Tell him.... If he doesn't want to be with you then he isn't for you hun. If you find this answer usefull please hit the accept button. Thank you.
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