[Question #13670] HPV Warts Question
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1 hours ago
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Hello, I am a 25 year old male from the Midwest. Around August/September of 2023, I noticed a bump on my penis. I was getting an STD general panel at a PP, asked, and they said it was likely a skin-tag. I also asked my PCP about it, who said the same thing. Flash forward to two weeks ago, and it’s still present, so I asked a PA at a dermatology appoint for something unrelated to double check. The PA said it was likely GW. They took it off and did a biopsy. The test came back positive for ‘condyloma acuminatum.’ I have never knowingly had sex with someone who has GW, and I was vaccinated with three shots (can’t find the specific shot) against HPV when I was 13 (years before I had sexual contact). Is it possible the biopsy was wrong? My understanding is most resolve within 2 years. I haven’t noticed any other bumps. Additionally, should I disclose this forever? I see so many conflicting things about whether the virus is actually “gone” or “cleared.” Thank you.
