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Is it possible to get genital wart (HPV) by laser hair removal?

December 6, 2015
Asked By:oxiana in iran

The laser I used for hair removal of my genitals was named "smooth cool", and the nurse applied a gel or something on my skin. I'm afraid I might get warts! :(

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Answer: Warts from laser

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