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Genital Warts HPV and
Pregnancy
I
have HPV that causes Genital Warts. I am also
pregnant. Is there anything I should be concerned
about?
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Wanting No Complications
Dear Wanting No Complications,
When you go in for your checkups during pregnancy, it is of the utmost importance
that you discuss this with your doctor or health care provider. This is something
your doctor needs to be aware of.
According
to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious
Diseases:
"Genital
warts may cause a number of problems during pregnancy.
Because genital warts can multiply and become brittle,
your health care provider will discuss options for
their removal, if necessary. Genital warts also may
be removed to ensure a safe and healthy delivery
of the newborn.
Sometimes
they get larger during pregnancy, making it difficult
to urinate if the warts are in the urinary tract.
If the warts are in the vagina, they can make the
vagina less elastic and cause obstruction during
delivery. Rarely, infants born to women with genital
warts develop warts in their throats (respiratory
papillomatosis). Although uncommon, it is a potentially
life-threatening condition for the child, requiring
frequent laser surgery to prevent obstruction of
the breathing passages. Research on the use of interferon
therapy with laser surgery indicates that this drug
may show promise in slowing the course of the disease."
As long as your doctor or health care provider is
aware of this, the two of you can create a proper plan
to address it before your delivery date.
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disease, you should see a physician immediately to
be properly diagnosed and treated. You should not try
to diagnose or treat symptoms on your own.
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