I have relatively wide spread genital warts on my vagina and anus. Is aldara (imiquimod) still effective on widespread cases of gw?
It is effective. It is effective and you can try it, if prescribed by your doctor or dermatologist.
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Being threated for genital warts (anus) with aldara (imiquimod). I have muscle pains, and flu like symptoms, but no fever. Can this creme (aldara (imiquimod)) harm me?
Unlikely ( NO ) Imiquimod ( Aldara (imiquimod) ) is a immune response modifier , could be used for genital warts, ( other uses for actinic keratosis , superficial basal cell cancers ) may be you are reacting to the medication , speak to your doctor.
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Not usually. Even when used properly Aldara (imiquimod) can cause mild problems like inflammation in the treated site. Like any medication, Imiquimod when not used correctly or in sensitive individuals can cause more significant side effects like tenderness, scabbing or as in your case, flu like symptoms. Contact the prescribing physician to determine if it is safe to continue your treatment.
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Being threated for genital warts (anus) with aldara (imiquimod). I have muscle pains, and flu like symptoms, but no fever. Is this side effects? Dangerous? Deadly?
Could be. I would contact your doctor who prescribed the Aldara (imiquimod) and let him/her know about it.
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Unlikely ( NO ) Imiquimod ( Aldara (imiquimod) ) is a immune response modifier , could be used for genital warts, ( other uses for actinic keratosis , superficial basal cell cancers ) possible may be you are reacting to the medication , speak to your doctor.
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Being threated for genital warts in anus with aldara (imiquimod). I have body aches, and flu like symptoms but no fever. And my back hurts. Dangerous? Deadly?
Not the warts. Flu like symptoms and back pain might indicate something else going on related to your bowels or kidneys. You should contact your doctor for further evaluation. This does not sound like a drug reaction nor does it sound like it is related to the warts.
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I was diagnosed with Genital warts 15years ago. The doc gave me Aldara (imiquimod). My paps are clean with no trace of warts. Am I still contagious?
HPV . You can always transmit the virus. Not as likely with active lesions and negative paps though.
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Is aldara (imiquimod) the best prescribe medication for early stages of genital warts. Warts have beem appearing in thr last month or so.?
Genital Warts. Treatment of genital warts should be guided by the preference of the patient, the available resources, and the experience of the health-care provider. No definitive evidence suggests that any of the available treatments are superior to any other and no single treatment is ideal for all patients or all warts.
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Being threated for genital warts (anus) with aldara (imiquimod). I have muscle pains, and flu like symptoms, but no fever. Can this creme (aldara (imiquimod)) harm me?
Unlikely ( NO ) Imiquimod ( Aldara (imiquimod) ) is a immune response modifier , could be used for genital warts, ( other uses for actinic keratosis , superficial basal cell cancers ) may be you are reacting to the medication , speak to your doctor.
Read more...
Not usually. Even when used properly Aldara (imiquimod) can cause mild problems like inflammation in the treated site. Like any medication, Imiquimod when not used correctly or in sensitive individuals can cause more significant side effects like tenderness, scabbing or as in your case, flu like symptoms. Contact the prescribing physician to determine if it is safe to continue your treatment.
Read more...
Being threated for genital warts (anus) with aldara (imiquimod). I have muscle pains, and flu like symptoms, but no fever. Is this side effects? Dangerous? Deadly?
Could be. I would contact your doctor who prescribed the Aldara (imiquimod) and let him/her know about it.
Read more...
Unlikely ( NO ) Imiquimod ( Aldara (imiquimod) ) is a immune response modifier , could be used for genital warts, ( other uses for actinic keratosis , superficial basal cell cancers ) possible may be you are reacting to the medication , speak to your doctor.
Read more...
Being threated for genital warts in anus with aldara (imiquimod). I have body aches, and flu like symptoms but no fever. And my back hurts. Dangerous? Deadly?
Not the warts. Flu like symptoms and back pain might indicate something else going on related to your bowels or kidneys. You should contact your doctor for further evaluation. This does not sound like a drug reaction nor does it sound like it is related to the warts.
Read more...
I was diagnosed with Genital warts 15years ago. The doc gave me Aldara (imiquimod). My paps are clean with no trace of warts. Am I still contagious?
HPV . You can always transmit the virus. Not as likely with active lesions and negative paps though.
Read more...
Is aldara (imiquimod) the best prescribe medication for early stages of genital warts. Warts have beem appearing in thr last month or so.?
Genital Warts. Treatment of genital warts should be guided by the preference of the patient, the available resources, and the experience of the health-care provider. No definitive evidence suggests that any of the available treatments are superior to any other and no single treatment is ideal for all patients or all warts.
Read more...