The best way to prevent genital warts is to avoid sex or have sex with only one uninfected partner. Using condoms also may help to prevent infection. However, condoms can't always cover all affected skin. Factors that increase your risk of becoming infected include:
Having other STDs
Multiple sex partners
Smoking
Certain vitamin deficiencies
Medications or medical conditions that suppress the immune system, such as AIDS
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