Comparing podophyllin cream and freezing for genital warts
Part of Infections, Skin clinical trials.
This trial compares two common treatments for genital warts: a cream called podophyllin and freezing (cryotherapy). It is for people with flat, non-raised warts in the genital or anal area that are not too large or too many.
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Who can take part
- You are between 16 and 60 years old.
- You have flat warts (not raised) on or around your genitals or anus.
- The total area of your warts is smaller than 10 square centimeters (about the size of a credit card), and you have no more than 20 warts.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have not had any treatment for the warts in the last 2 months.
- You do not have bleeding disorders, diabetes with circulation problems, a weak immune system, liver or kidney disease, or an allergy to podophyllin.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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