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If left untreated, will most genital warts clear up on their own within 2 yrs?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Usuallly, yes: Yes, usually would clear up within a year or so. But not always; there are exceptions.

Answered 3/23/2018

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A member asked:

If left untreated, will most genital warts clear up on their own within 2 yrs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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