Natural Health: Genital warts

Q. I have just discovered that my ex-boyfriend has given me genital warts.

I have had them frozen off at the doctor, but would like to know if there is any treatment to help get rid of them forever, or will I have to keep getting them frozen?

A. The human papilloma virus (HPV) is responsible for genital warts, also known as venereal warts. Unfortunately they are highly contagious, so you will need to notify any sexual partners that you have had since your previous boyfriend. It is also worth noting that many people don’t exhibit symptoms, but are still able to spread the virus.