When a man sees anything that comes close to resembling a wart on his penis, he might freak right out - and for good reason. Anything that mars the equipment not only has the opportunity to put a damper on his sex life, but the idea of genital warts can really make a man wonder where he got them, what it might mean for his future, and much more. It’s important to understand this rather common penis problem and how to handle the issue of penis warts if they do show up.

How common are peni...

Quick: Name the most common viral STI in the United States. Those who guessed genital warts are correct. But do they know that those unattractive penis warts that can put a major crimp in a man’s sex life are often caused by HPV? Understanding the connections between penis warts and HPV is important in order to maintain penis health at the proper level.

Penis warts

A man wants his penis to always look its best and never wants it to look diseased. But that’s exactly what happens when...

For men with penis warts, time is the enemy. They want these bumps to go away, and they want that healing to start as soon as humanly possible. Unfortunately, without the right kind of penis care, warts can stick around longer than they should. And sometimes, even with the right care, they can last for longer than a guy ever imagined possible.

Here's what's going on.

The Lowdown

Most cases of penis warts are caused by a sexually transmitted disease known as the human papilloma virus, o...

Most men who have penis warts absolutely do not want to talk about the problem. It's unsightly, scary and more than a little embarrassing. Keeping the issue under wraps seems wise. But one man, who will be referred to as Andy, was willing to discuss his penis wart problem. He had a terrible case of bumps, but specific penis care steps resolved the issue for him. Here's what happened.

The Infection

"The whole problem began when I started seeing a new girlfriend," Andy says. "She told me t...

Penis warts are often caused by a sexually transmitted infection (STI) known as the human papilloma virus (HPV). The only way to be completely safe from becoming infected by this particular virus is to stay away from sex altogether. Without body-to-body contact, it's almost impossible to get HPV. But full and total abstinence isn't the right choice for all men. Sex is an important component of a healthy life for most people. Thankfully, there are some penis care steps men can follow to at le...

There are all sorts of things men can do with a penis at home. They can make a partner happy, make themselves happy and so much more. But there are some things that simply can't be done with the penis in the privacy of a man's home. Burning off penis bumps is, unfortunately, one of these things. Appropriate penis care for fleshy, raised warts on a man's intimate tool must be sought at the doctor's office, not at home.

Why Not?

Warts can pop up all over a man's body. He might have them on...

Penis warts are a painful and embarrassing problem, and they can be notoriously challenging to deal with. While they are not life-threatening, they can make it extremely difficult to have a normal sex life, and the right approach to penis care is essential. Unfortunately, most men who have experienced this problem are not about to discuss it with their friends and neighbors, so it can be hard for men with newly discovered warts to know what to do next - aside from the obvious visit to the do...

Penis warts are an unattractive addition to a man’s equipment, and most men would like to avoid contracting them. Although warts are most often harmless, they don’t give the impression that one has a healthy penis and can cause many a partner to withdraw from an encounter or relationship. Practicing good penis health can help to prevent penis warts and can also aid in treating those warts when they do occur.

The backstory

Penis warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), whic...

Genital warts are by far the most common type of sexually transmitted disease, affecting men and women alike. This widespread disease is caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus, or HPV - an infectious agent that can be found in every part of the world. While penis warts are not harmful in and of themselves, they can be easily transmitted to a sexual partner, and they can increase the risk for certain types of cancer. Because of this, it is important that men take care to avoid ...

Penis warts are an unwelcome sight, and many men who spot them may be tempted to use an over-the-counter product made for wart removal to take care of the problem as quickly as possible. Is this a great idea, though? Experts say no, and they have good reason. After all, products that are made for warts on the hands and feet often just aren't right for the sensitive parts in a man's pants, and using a product like this could result in injuries that might require extensive penis care.

What c...

Tiny, fleshy, cauliflower-shaped penis warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This is one of the most common infections among sexually active adults, according to experts, but misinformation about HPV and penis warts remains distressingly high. That ignorance could be dangerous, as men who know very little about HPV could be exposing themselves, and their partners, to unnecessary risk. Reading up about warts and penis care might not be the most pleasant way to spend time, but me...

A quick online search of the men’s health forums will show that one of the biggest concerns men express relates to penis warts and herpes. This concern is understandable, since sexually-transmitted infections, or STIs, are highly contagious, increasingly prevalent, and in some cases incurable.

However, although a wart or blemish on the penis can certainly raise instant alarm, these bumps are often less sinister than they seem. Many men mistake simple skin problems such as acne for sympto...

Most men are intimately familiar with the topography of their penis and are aware of every bump, follicle, scrape and blemish. Not surprisingly, the development of any new or unusual lumps, spots or penis warts can be alarming and lead men to assume the worst about penis warts and STIs.

While sexually transmitted infection is always a concern for sexually active men, there are a multitude of other things that can go wrong. One such issue, known by the ominous-sounding name of sebaceous hyp...