What are the early signs of genital warts, and when should you seek medical assessment in Europe?

Genital warts explained: HPV infection, early symptoms, appearance, transmission, and clinical evaluation.

In this episode, we outline how genital warts present in the early stages and how they are assessed during an online consultation in the EU.

You’ll learn:

• What causes genital warts (human papillomavirus – HPV)

• How early lesions typically look: small flesh-coloured bumps, flat or cauliflower-like growths

• Common locations in men and women

• Differences between genital warts and other genital skin conditions

• When itching, bleeding, or rapid growth requires in-person examination

• How sexual history and risk factors are assessed

• Situations where treatment requests may be declined pending physical examination

We explain how doctors evaluate symptom duration, lesion appearance (including photo review where appropriate), immune status, and previous HPV history before recommending treatment. Not all genital lesions are suitable for remote management, and diagnostic uncertainty may require clinic-based assessment.

This episode reflects the clinical standards used by Mobi Doctor, where STI-related consultations are reviewed by a registered physician in accordance with EU medical guidance.

Read the full guide and transcript here:

https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/genital-warts-early-signs