Your concerns

A private conversation, shaped around you.

Private assessment and individualized treatment planning for possible external genital or perianal warts. Your consultation may include:

  • New bumps or growths on the vulva, perineum, or around the anus
  • Itching, irritation, discomfort, or bleeding from a lesion
  • Previous wart treatment or recurrence
  • HPV vaccination, cervical screening, STI questions, and partner concerns

Before treatment

Assessment comes first.

Dr. Tessa will review whether this option is appropriate, what alternatives are available, and what a realistic outcome may look like.

  • Number, size, location, symptoms, pregnancy, and immune health
  • Whether an atypical lesion needs biopsy or specialist assessment
  • Observation, patient-applied medicine, or clinician-administered treatment
  • Expected skin reactions, recurrence, and follow-up

Your visit

What to expect

  1. 01

    Confidential history and visual examination with consent

  2. 02

    Testing or biopsy only when indicated

  3. 03

    Comparison of suitable options based on location and preference

  4. 04

    Instructions for treatment, skin care, prevention, and follow-up

Recovery & aftercare

Guidance for healing safely.

Instructions are tailored to the exact treatment and your health. General points may include:

  • Skin irritation, tenderness, or a small wound may occur depending on treatment
  • Use prescribed topical medicines exactly as directed
  • Do not use over-the-counter wart removers on genital skin
  • Return for persistent, worsening, bleeding, ulcerated, or unusual lesions

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Do all genital bumps mean warts?

No. Normal anatomy, skin tags, cysts, infections, and other skin conditions can resemble warts.

Will treatment remove HPV from my body?

Treatment removes visible warts or relieves symptoms but may not eliminate HPV. Warts can recur.

Should my partner be tested for HPV?

Routine HPV testing of partners to diagnose genital warts is not recommended. Partners may benefit from an examination and appropriate STI screening.

When symptoms are urgent

Severe or rapidly worsening pain, heavy bleeding, fainting, fever with worsening swelling, difficulty breathing, or a possible pregnancy emergency requires prompt assessment. Contact local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department.