Genital warts are a common and distressing condition for many people. Many people are afraid to talk about them with others and avoid seeking proper treatment. However, they can be treated medically. Today, we are going to talk about a specific medicine that doctors commonly use for genital warts . It is a liquid medicine called Podophyllum Resin.
What kind of medicine is Podophyllum?
Simply put, Podophyllum is a liquid medicine containing a resin from a plant. It is used to remove warts that occur on the outside of the body, that is, on the skin around the genitals (external genital warts).
The most important thing is that this is not a medicine that you can take home and use . Since the chemical ingredients in this are strong, you need to be very careful to apply it only on the affected area to avoid damaging healthy skin. Therefore, this treatment is only performed in a clinic by a qualified doctor or medical professional .
Things to tell your doctor before treatment
Your doctor will need to have a complete understanding of your health before starting this treatment. Therefore, if you have any of the following conditions, be sure to tell your doctor .
| Your situation | Why should you inform the doctor? |
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| Diabetes | Diabetes can delay the healing of skin wounds and increase the risk of infection. |
| Peripheral Vascular Disease | If there is poor blood circulation to the limbs, it may take longer for the area where the medicine was applied to heal. |
| Having skin conditions or sensitive skin | If you have other skin conditions or sensitive skin, this medicine may cause skin allergies. |
| Being pregnant or trying to get pregnant | This medicine can be very harmful to the baby in the womb. Therefore, this medicine is not suitable for use during pregnancy or if you are trying to get pregnant. |
| Breastfeeding | Since the medicine can be absorbed into the body and passed to the baby through breast milk, it is important to inform the doctor about it. |
| Allergies to other medications, foods, or substances | If you have an allergy to Podophyllum or anything else, disclosing it in advance can help prevent severe allergic reactions. |
Things to consider during treatment
The process and results of treatment
During this treatment, the doctor will bring you to the clinic on a scheduled basis. It can take several weeks, sometimes up to 16 weeks, for the warts to disappear after the treatment begins. So you need to be patient.
Important: This medication only removes warts on the surface of the skin. It does not completely eliminate the HPV (Human Papillomavirus), the virus that causes genital warts. This means that new warts may still appear after treatment.
Sexual health and preventing spread to others
- Avoid sexual intercourse completely while warts are visible in the genital area.
- Even after treatment, using condoms can reduce the risk of spreading HPV to others. However, remember that condoms are not 100% effective.
- Special advice for women is to avoid becoming pregnant while taking this treatment and for at least 2 months after the last dose. If you do become pregnant, tell your doctor immediately.
What if you take too much medicine?
Since this is a treatment administered by a doctor, the risk of overdose is low. However, if you suspect such a thing or accidentally take the medicine, immediately contact the National Poisons Information Centre at the Colombo National Hospital . Or go to the Emergency Treatment Unit (ETU) of the nearest hospital.
What are the possible side effects of the medication?
Like any medicine, Podophyllum can cause some side effects . Some of these are serious, while others are common.
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If you experience these symptoms, tell your doctor immediately. |
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Symptoms that are usually nothing to worry about, but if they persist, you should tell your doctor. |
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Genital warts are a treatable condition. So, instead of holding back in shame or fear, talk to a trusted doctor about it. With the right treatment, you can get rid of this discomfort.
Take-Home Message
- Podophyllum is a powerful medicine for genital warts that is only prescribed by a doctor in a clinic. It is not suitable for home use.
- Before starting treatment, tell your doctor all your health information, such as diabetes, allergies, and plans to become pregnant.
- Although this medicine removes warts on the surface of the skin, the HPV virus that causes them is not completely eliminated from the body. Therefore, warts may reappear.
- Follow your doctor's advice about sexual health during and after treatment.
- If you experience a serious side effect such as facial swelling, severe pain, or unusual bleeding, inform your doctor immediately.
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