If infected with bacteria, they take on a foul odor. However, most patients report no symptoms. Many are unaware of the warts until discovery during a physical examination. A few complain of itching or pain. There is no effective therapy to get rid of the viral infection completely.
Treatment aims to remove the warts.
Treatment of small warts is usually accomplished by directly applying an acid mixture on them. This treatment cannot be done during pregnancy. Warts often go away on their own. Or warts may recur even after treatment. HPV infection should be watched closely in women, even if no symptoms appear.