Question 1

what is the difference between a wart and a rash?

Accepted Answer

Wart is type of rash: A rash is a description for any abnormality of the skin which causes changes in skin color, texture, appearance, thickness, etc.  A wart is a type of rash caused by the human papilloma virus, which can occur in almost any area of skin on the body.  A wart is a thick raised plaque which is usually not painful, and sometimes goes away on its own.

Question 2

what could warts or rashes on the buttocks mean?

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Have it checked: It would probably be best to have the rash checked by your doctor to see what it is.  Many rashes can appear on the buttocks and some are sexually transmitted.

Question 3

herpes, rash, warts, or what is this?

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Anything: If you want the answer, let us know what your symptoms are.

Question 4

how long does hpv warts last? i have a rash, was told it doesnt look like hpv warts. it only lasts one week or two at most. i had it 1x last summer

Accepted Answer

Months plus: HPV genital warts are cousins of the simple skin wart, They are from a different strain but arise &amp; appear in much the same way &amp; have a similar staying power.  Once they are there they are there they will stay for months to years, growing in place with others nearby. If you don't have them removed by laser/chemical treatments or freezing they might clear in two years.

Question 5

i have perinium itching and small smooth rash. dr. said it didn't look like warts. it's lasted a few weeks. it's not herpes.

Accepted Answer

Genital skin rash: There are many causes of genital area rash. Most are not STDs. Some are problems that occur primarily in the genital area, and others can occur anywhere and happen to involve the genital area. Since your doctor apparently doesn't know, see a dermatologist. You can also google "genital skin rash images" for photos to compare with your rash. A "smooth" patch might be lichen planus.

Question 6

i don't have any warts just a rash on penis hpv?

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Have it checked: It would probably be best to have the rash checked by your doctor to see what it is.  Many rashes can appear on the penis and several are sexually transmitted.  If you don't have a doctor, dermatology or urology might be best to see you.

Question 7

i have these wart/rash things on my wrist go down,they are in a line & i've been using creams & they aren't working well enough.any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Do they itch?: What you describe sounds suspiciously like scabies, from the sketchy information provided.  If the lesions itch (especially at night) and are spreading, it's likely scabies and you will need to apply a Scabicide.  If they don't itch, please provide more information or a picture, and I'll try again.

Question 8

i have what appears to be, a rash or warts on the inside of my fingers. it is on both hands, it itches. it feels like growths to a certain degree almost like a callis. i weight train in a gym and steam room daily?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Rashes are quite hard to describe and diagnose in words. A primary Dr. or a dermatologist can look at it in order to tell what it is. If an eczema rash, hydrocortisone cream helps. Itchy little bumps of 1-2mm size, that come and go on the fingers, may be dyshidrosis, a type of eczema. Some rashes are an allergy to something. Doctor's exam helps, especially if several days' hydrocortisone doesn't.

Question 9

last week bubble-like rash appeared on palm, now spread to both my palms, fingers and feet.looks like tiny warts. any over the counter product for it?

Accepted Answer

No: Dyshidrotic eczema or pompholyx or pustulosis palmaris/ plantaris or psoriasis should be defined by a dermatologist, with therapy according to diagnosis.

Question 10

are genital warts and hpv the same thing? if i have some small bumps around my genitals, does that mean i have hpv? how can i tell if it's genital warts or just a rash?

Accepted Answer

Yes/maybe/ hard to: All genital warts are due to one of at least 4 strains of HPV. They can start out as small blebs and grow to branch like cauliflower clusters over time. The process takes weeks  to months. If they are just small bumps now only a trip to the doc could sort this out.

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How long does hpv warts last? i have a rash, was told it doesnt look like hpv warts. it only lasts one week or two at most. i had it 1x last summer

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I have perinium itching and small smooth rash. dr. said it didn't look like warts. it's lasted a few weeks. it's not herpes.

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I don't have any warts just a rash on penis hpv?

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I have these wart/rash things on my wrist go down,they are in a line & i've been using creams & they aren't working well enough.any suggestions?

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I have what appears to be, a rash or warts on the inside of my fingers. it is on both hands, it itches. it feels like growths to a certain degree almost like a callis. i weight train in a gym and steam room daily?

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Last week bubble-like rash appeared on palm, now spread to both my palms, fingers and feet.looks like tiny warts. any over the counter product for it?

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Are genital warts and hpv the same thing? if i have some small bumps around my genitals, does that mean i have hpv? how can i tell if it's genital warts or just a rash?

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