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If i already have genital warts, can the gardasil shot reduce the risk of spreading them?

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Gardasil wart: If you already have genital warts, Gardasil is not likely to prevent the spread of them.

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Answered 1/14/2019

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