Treating warts while they are still small may prevent them from spreading. It seems that imiquimod cream (Aldara®), when applied to the treated areas, can help prevent recurrences by stimulating local immunity to human papilloma virus, but more data is needed to prove this. The most effective way to prevent ano-genital warts (condyloma acuminata) is to use safer sex practices, which may include using a latex condom during sex and avoiding contact with affected individuals.
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Original Date of Publication: 01 Sep 2000
Reviewed by: Stanley J. Swierzewski, III, M.D.
Last Reviewed: 04 Dec 2007
Warts, Prevention reprinted with permission from dermatologychannel.net
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