Are these skin tags or HPV?

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Hi! I understand not everyone here is a medical professional, however I am looking for some second opinions, maybe from those with similar experiences.

I was at the gynecologist yesterday and the doctor said I might have HPV due to the "warts" in the photo. I am definitely going to go get checked for a bunch of STIs as soon as I can but currently it's a bit difficult.

I had only slept with one person my entire life who said he was a virgin up until about a three weeks ago. We didn't use condoms but that was because we only ever had oral and manual sex (I know it can still be spread this way). Maybe he lied about being a virgin but I really believe that's not the case. I was with him for 2 years.

Three weeks ago I slept with a guy in sort of a hook-up. He told me he had gotten tested but of course HPV can go undetected in so many people. I also know he has slept with many girls. However, I feel like I maybe noticed one of these things in the past before meeting him but I'm not sure.

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    Hi megan,

    Difficult to comment as all the photos are out of focus. You didn't say if you've been vaccinated with Gardasil, as this is very relevant to your concerns about genital warts.

    Adhari

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      Hi! Yes, I know I'm sorry my phone camera is messed up and just like that. Yes, I was vaccinated with all three shots for 9 when I was younger.

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      Hi megan,

      In which case, chances of these lumps and bumps being warts are remote. Post better photos if you wish.

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