How is Genital Warts Transmitted?

Genital warts are primarily infected through sexual contact, with a minority being infected through mother-to-child transmission and medical exposure. Genital warts are skin lesions caused by papillomavirus, which can lead to skin damage in areas such as the perianal region and external genitalia.

1. Sexual Contact Infection: Genital warts are mainly infected through sexual contact, usually through sexual activity. If sexual intercourse occurs with someone who has genital warts, it can directly cause the warts to rupture, allowing a large number of viruses to spread to the genital or anal area through secretions, trichomonas, etc., infecting others.

2. Mother-to-Child Infection: Female patients can infect the fetus through the placenta, birth canal, delivery, etc., but symptoms are usually absent in the short term. The formation of genital warts in newborns is mainly due to the mother being infected with the HPV virus, with warts already present at birth.

3. Medical Exposure: If medical staff do not take proper protective measures during treatment or nursing of patients, or have close contact with HPV-infected individuals, they may also be infected with HPV, leading to genital warts. Additionally, some mother-to-child transmitted diseases can also cause genital warts.

Although genital warts can be transmitted through sexual contact, this cannot be generalized. The majority of patients with genital warts are infected through sexual transmission. If both partners have genital warts, it is recommended to take protective measures, seek medical attention promptly if necessary, and undergo professional treatment under a doctor's guidance. Avoid sexual activity during treatment to prevent deterioration of the condition.