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Why cant common warts (hands, feet, etc.) be transferred to the genital area and vice versa?

Q: why cant common warts (hands, feet, etc.) be transferred to the genital area and vice versa?

: Good question. It isn't known why some HPV types have a greater affinity for different body tissues than others.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Good question. It isn't known why some HPV types have a greater affinity for different body tissues than others.

Answered 8/21/2023

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A member asked:

Why cant common warts (hands, feet, etc.) be transferred to the genital area and vice versa?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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