Question I think my roommate has Genital Warts, HPV. She had an abnormal pap due to this, no visible warts.
My question is, if she does have this, can I get it from living with her? Can it be spread on the toilet? Towels? Etc? What if she uses the restroom or touches herself and does not wash her hands? Could I get it from things she touches if I then touch myself? This may sound paranoid but I would really feel better knowing the answer.
Thanks for your time.
AnswerHi Roommate,
Genital warts are spread by direct, intimate contact, What you describe is not a way to transmit the virus. Unfortunately, this virus can spread even in the absence of warts, so any sexual contact should be done wearing a rubber prophylactic.
