A Never-Ending Story of Anogenital Warts: Review Article
Chayachinda C, MD, FRTCOG, MSc¹, Panchalee T, MD, FRTCOG¹, Thamkhantho M, MD, FRCOG, FRTCOG, MSc¹
Affiliation : ¹ Unit of Gynecologic Infectious Diseases and Female STD’s, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
Anogenital wart (AGW) has long been one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, which has negative effects on
psychological and social issues. Its slowly progressive nature and long dormant stage prevent AGW from elimination. Although
diagnosis is as simple as inspection using the naked eyes or a magnifying glass and basic medical treatment is the main treatment
modality, the long period of clinical response appears to be the biggest challenge. Many patients suffer from this non-fatal
disease for over half a year. Onward transmission obviously continues during the occurrence of lesions. Primary prevention,
particularly vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV vaccine), is an ideal method. HPV vaccine is a promising method;
however, its high cost limits wide accessibility. In addition, despite being vaccinated, some women present with AGW. Therefore,
a never-ending story of AGW remains to be explored. The Siriraj Female STI Clinic, which has over 20 years of experience in
treating women with AGW, would like to share some experience so that these patients will be treated with more understanding.
Received 19 May 2020 | Revised 29 May 2020 | Accepted 1 Jun 2020
doi.org/10.35755/jmedassocthai.2020.06.11530
Keywords : Anogenital wart, Prevention, Surveillance, Siriraj experience
