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The presence of condylomas is determined by feeling or seeing small outgrowths or warts on the genitals, on the anus, or occasionally in the mouth.

The shape and colour of the warts differ according to location. They vary in shape from cauliflower-like bumps to pimples or flat warts. In colour, they can be pink, red or grey, or sometimes the same colour as the surrounding skin.

Condylomas are most frequently found in the following regions:

• In women, on the vulva, the perineum, the rim of the anus, or more rarely, on the cervix and in the vagina.
• In men, on the penis, or more rarely, on the scrotum or on the rim of the anus.
• In both sexes, the pubis, groin, anus or mouth can be affected.
• Anal warts can occur in individuals who have never engaged in anal intercourse through contact without penetration, or through contact with infected genital secretions. The virus can also be transferred to the anus via the hands or a towel.

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