In women and men, warts may appear in the groin, on and around the genitals, in the urethra, or in the rectum or anus. In women: Genital warts may appear around the anus or on the vulva, vagina, or cervix. Women are often unaware of warts inside the vagina or on the cervix until a doctor finds them.

What can genital warts be mistaken for?

Genital warts can be mistaken for pimples. You can have a single wart or a cluster of warts. Theyre caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be treated. Skin tags can look like pimples, but theyre just small flaps of tissue that pose no health threat.

Should I freak out if I have genital warts?

If you find out that you have genital warts, try not to freak out. There are a few ways that you can stop it from spreading to your partners. Encourage your partner to talk with a doctor or nurse about the HPV vaccine. Most brands can protect against some types of the virus that cause most cases of genital warts.