Human Papillomavirus

Advances in HPV Test

Immune response modifiers have immunomodulatory effects and are used for treatment of external anogenital warts (EGWs) or condylomata acuminata. Keratolytic agents are used to aid in removal of keratin in hyperkeratotic skin disorders, including corns, ichthyoses, common warts, flat warts, and other benign verrucae.  Antineoplastics &  Antimetabolites interfere with nucleic acid synthesis and inhibit cell growth and proliferation.  New topical skin products like Sinecatechins which has gained FDA approval for genital warts. Complications of  HPV treatment are rare. They are generally confined to the HPV treatment site and include scarring and, in the case of genital warts, vulvodynia or hyperesthesia.