Genital Warts
Gential warts are those that show up on or around your genitals or anus. They can be raised or flat, small or big, and sometimes, when they group together, they look a bit like a tiny head of cauliflower. While they’re usually painless, they can cause itching, burning, or even bleeding. Most of the time, they’re caused by HPV 6 and 11, but some more serious HPV types, like 16. This type of HPV is linked to a higher risk of genital cancer, which is why it’s so important to be aware of them. Prevention is key, meaning using protection when having sex, getting tested regularly, and never having unprotected sex until both you and your partner have been tested.