What is condyloma acuminata?
Condyloma acuminata is a sexually transmitted infection caused by **human papillomavirus (HPV, mainly types 6 and 11)**. It manifests as cauliflower- or cockscomb-shaped warts around the genitals and anus.
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It appears several weeks to months after infection (often with no recollection of the infection opportunity)
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Typically, there is often no pain or itching, and they are noticed when they have already multiplied
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Although they may disappear naturally, if left untreated, they increase in number and size, making treatment more difficult
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There is a risk of transmitting it to a partner
Comparison of Treatment Methods
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Treatment |
Details |
Features |
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Imiquimod Cream (Topical Medication) |
Apply 3 times a week before bedtime and wash off in the morning. Continue for several weeks to 16 weeks. |
Can be completed at home. Attacks virus-infected cells with the power of the immune system. |
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Cryotherapy, Electrocautery, Laser |
Physical removal of warts at a medical institution. |
Immediate effect but requires hospital visits. Multiple sessions if numerous or widespread. |
Topical medication works on the cause of the warts (virus-infected cells), making it a treatment with a relatively low recurrence rate. This is the most suitable treatment method for online consultation.
Mona Clinic's Online Treatment Process
- Make a reservation and fill out the medical questionnaire on your smartphone (daily from 9:00 to 22:00)
- Online consultation – providing photos of the affected area will facilitate diagnosis
- Imiquimod cream is prescribed and shipped as early as the same day (packaging is discreet)
- Application instructions and progress are monitored during consultations. Follow-up consultations during the treatment period are also completed online.
Precautions for Topical Medication Treatment
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Redness, sores, or erosions may occur at the application site (this is also an indication of effectiveness, and the doctor will adjust treatment as needed).
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Apply carefully to avoid contact with healthy skin, and always wash off in the morning.
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Refrain from sexual intercourse or use condoms during treatment.
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If you are pregnant or suspect you might be pregnant, please inform us in advance.
In these cases, we recommend an in-person consultation:
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If warts are large, numerous, or widespread (a combination with physical removal is effective).
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If a woman is suspected of having lesions inside the vagina or on the cervix (a gynecological examination is necessary).
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Areas difficult to reach with topical medication, such as the urethral opening or inside the anus.
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If the diagnosis is unclear (there are other conditions with similar appearances).
If an in-person visit is necessary, we will guide you to Mona Aoyama Clinic or an appropriate medical institution.
Relapse Prevention and Partners
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A certain number of condyloma cases recur within approximately 3 months after treatment. Re-prescriptions are available online if it recurs.
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Your partner may also be infected. Even without symptoms, we recommend testing and observation (→ [STD Test Kit] internal link).
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The causative HPV virus can be prevented with a vaccine (Gardasil 9) (→Various Vaccines internal link).
"Waiting it out due to embarrassment" will only increase the warts. The greatest value of online treatment is being able to start treatment without meeting anyone.
