Genital Warts: Disease that Can Transform into Cervical Cancer
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VIVA – Pramudia Clinic held a virtual media briefing with the topic "Peel Completely Genital Warts on Women" on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. Genital Warts is a disease that usually occurs in the female area, this disease also can transform into cervical cancer. It’s not good for health later.
Genital warts is a disease that can be transformed into a dangerous disease such as cervical cancer. Not only that, the shape and location of warts often causes a mental burden. Therefore, it is important for early detection and treatment to a dermatologist and gynecologist.
In Indonesia, cases of Sexually Transmitted Infections (IMS) reported by 12 Teaching Hospitals from 2007-2011 showed that the incidence of Genital Warts was ranked 3rd largest, most commonly found in women (62.5%) aged 25 to 45 years.
According to dr. Anthony Handoko, SpKK, FINSDV as a CEO of Pramudia Clinic, this high number of genital warts in Indonesia shows the importance of education for the people, especially for Indonesian women. So, they will be more aware of genital conditions.
"This shows that it is very necessary to educate the public, especially Indonesian women, to be more aware of their genital condition." said dr. Anthony.
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According to dr. Amelia Setiawati Soebyanto, Sp.DV as a dermatologist and gynecologist, there are several groups that can be affected by Genital Warts such as adolescence, women who are sexually active, someone who has a low immune status, someone who consumes alcohol and smokes.
“There are several groups that can get genital warts, such as teenage girls. Adolescent girls are at higher risk because at this age they are already active in sexual activity. A person who is sexually active without using protection or condoms.” said dr. Amelia.
“Not only that, someone who has previously been exposed to an infectious disease, those who have a weak immune status, those who consume alcohol and smoke. Also, those who had organ transplants.” added dr. Amelia.
