How to stop genital warts from itching

Genital warts are acquired through sexual contact. They are caused by various strains of the human papilloma virus (HPV), which is transmitted by sexual activity with an infected person.
Genital warts are small projections of flesh that grow on the male and female genitalia and sometimes round the anus. Most patients feel itching due to the genital warts.

How to stop genital warts from itching?
Get treatment for genital warts. It's important that both partnersare treated, if possible. Make sure you follow the treatment – genital warts are easy to treat when they are small and few. According to the Mayo Clinic, some genital warts can go away without treatment, but this can prolong the warts and the accompanying symptoms.

Ask your doctor about the appropriateness of over-the-counter anti-itch treatments like Benadryl, calamine lotion or 1 percent hydrocortisone cream. If you are using topical medications, you might have to allow a certain window of time before applying them so they do not interfere with your medications; your doctor can let you know.

Keep the genital area clean and dry. Moisture can aggravate itching. Wear cotton underwear, and avoid the nylon.
Mix a small amount of baking soda with water and apply to the affected area with a cotton ball.

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