Does a girl having flat warts under her armpit mean she is infected with HPV virus?
Disease description:
I have some small lumps under my armpits. After visiting the hospital, I was diagnosed with flat warts. Aren't flat warts caused by an HPV virus infection?
It is true that flat warts appearing in the armpit of females are caused by an HPV infection. HPV, or human papillomavirus, has more than 200 types isolated so far. Based on their clinical presentations, these types can be categorized as low-risk or high-risk. Flat warts are benign skin growths caused by infection with low-risk types of HPV. They are contagious and can spread through direct or indirect contact. Additionally, flat warts might also be associated with viral infection, skin scratching, dissemination through air pollutants, and other factors. Therefore, if a female detects flat warts under her armpit, she should seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor's instructions for appropriate treatment.