I have a friend who is engaged to a lady who has been diagnosed with Genital Warts (condyloma), a STD (sexually transmitted disease). The lady tells my friend that her gynecologist says the condition may have been transmitted to her years before and that it should cause no significant problems in a committed relationship -- that "outbreaks" occur only periodically, sometimes years apart, and that the partners need only take special precautions during an outbreak. My question is whether this advice is consistent with the experiences of those on the forum. My friend is very much in love with his fiancee and wishes to go ahead with the marriage. At the same time, he does not wish to make a foolish mistake which would expose him to serious medical problems in the future.

Hi Barnabas,<P>From what I have read it is true that your friend's fiancee could have been exposed years earlier. I believe that there are certain strains that can cause cancer, both in the male and female.<P>As far as causing serious medical problems, I would suppose that it would depend on the type that she has. I would suggest to your friend that he read as much on the subject as possible so he is familiar with what kind of precautions to take. Also, it might be a good idea for him to speak with a doctor that could give him all the details. Hope this helps.<P>Tulip<P>

Barnabas,<BR>It is true that one can be infected years earlier... some people never even have any symptoms and therefore don't even know they were infected. There can be some problems, but mostly (from what I understand) it is more inconvenient than a major health issue. But, there are certain strains of the virus that can cause cancer (mostly in women - cervical). <P>Your friend should talk to his doctor and get more information.... her doctor should be able to provide the information also.<P>B<P>------------------<BR>There are deep sorrows and killing cares in life, but the encouragement and love of friends were given us to make all difficulties bearable. <BR>-- John Oliver Holmes<P>The opposite of love is not hate, it's indifference.<BR>-- Elie Wiesel<P><BR><p>[This message has been edited by Butterfly (edited April 18, 2000).]

Butterfly -- thanks for your response and advice. I will so advise my friend. Barnabas<P> <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Butterfly:<BR><B>Barnabas,<BR>It is true that one can be infected years earlier... some people never even have any symptoms and therefore don't even know they were infected. There can be some problems, but mostly (from what I understand) it is more inconvenient than a major health issue. But, there are certain strains of the virus that can cause cancer (mostly in women - cervical). <P>Your friend should talk to his doctor and get more information.... her doctor should be able to provide the information also.<P>B<P></B><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>

Tulip -- Thanks much for the response. I will so advise my friend.<P> <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Tulip:<BR><B>Hi Barnabas,<P>From what I have read it is true that your friend's fiancee could have been exposed years earlier. I believe that there are certain strains that can cause cancer, both in the male and female.<P>As far as causing serious medical problems, I would suppose that it would depend on the type that she has. I would suggest to your friend that he read as much on the subject as possible so he is familiar with what kind of precautions to take. Also, it might be a good idea for him to speak with a doctor that could give him all the details. Hope this helps.<P>Tulip<P></B><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>

Hello Barnabas,<BR> Just a quick question, is the std herpes? If so, here is some additional info. Herpes can be transferred even during times when there are no lesions. I'm not sure of the how and why... read it in one of my medical texts. Good luck to your friend... sounds like a very understanding guy, as long as he really comprehends the nature of what he is dealing with.<BR> Best wishes,<BR> Mynabird

Oops... nix my previous post. I thought I read gen warts *and* an std. My apologies.<BR> Mynabird

Mynabird -- Thanks for your response. Your correction is correct -- the genital warts are, to our knowledge, the only problem -- not herpes. Barnabas<P> <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Mynabird:<BR><B> Hello Barnabas,<BR> Just a quick question, is the std herpes? If so, here is some additional info. Herpes can be transferred even during times when there are no lesions. I'm not sure of the how and why... read it in one of my medical texts. Good luck to your friend... sounds like a very understanding guy, as long as he really comprehends the nature of what he is dealing with.<BR> Best wishes,<BR> Mynabird</B><HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>