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Genital warts

Pronounced: gen-i-tl worts
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Getting it

Warts are caused by a virus and are spread through skin-to-skin contact. If you have sex or genital contact with someone who has genital warts, you may develop them too.

They can be passed on during vaginal, anal or oral sex.

Where to get help

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