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Condoms and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

Medical Authors: Barbara K. Hecht, Ph.D. & Frederick Hecht, M.D.
Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD

Condoms Protect Against Genital Warts and Other STDs The following recommendations concerning condoms and the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are based on current scientific information. That information is concerned with how different STDs are transmitted, the physical properties of condoms, the anatomic coverage or protection that condoms provide, and epidemiologic studies of condom use and STD risk. By condoms here are meant male latex condoms. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are now known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV

Latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, are highly effective in preventing transmission of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. In addition, correct and consistent use of latex condoms can reduce the risk of other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including discharge and genital ulcer diseases. While the effect of condoms in preventing human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is unknown, condom use has been associated with a lower rate of cervical cancer, an HPV–associated disease.

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Genital Warts (HPV) Overview

Genital warts are flesh-colored or gray growths found in the genital area and anal region in both men and women. It is the most common sexually transmitted disease caused by a virus. The warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Infection with genital warts may not be obvious.

Genital warts affect both men and women and can occur at any age.

Most patients with genital warts are seen between the ages of 17-33 years. Genital warts are highly contagious. You have a 60% risk of getting the infection in a single sexual contact with someone who has genital warts.

In children younger than three years, genital warts are thought to be transmitted by nonsexual modes such as direct manual contact. The presence of genital warts in children should raise the suspicion for sexual abuse.