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My friend believes she has genital warts, when she tried the vinegar test she said only her skin turned white but the bumps didn't, is that a sign?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

GYN: Tell your friend to see a GYN. Usual genital warts are white with vinegar. Stop fooling around and see a pro.

Answered 3/26/2018

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A member asked:

My friend believes she has genital warts, when she tried the vinegar test she said only her skin turned white but the bumps didn't, is that a sign?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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