Thank you for the question.
Warts on the hands are due a viral infection caused by the Human Papilloma Virus or HPV. They present with persistent thick bumps on the flingers and often tiny blood vessels can be seen within them.
Warts can also be present in the genital area and they are termed genital warts when they appear in this area. Genital warts are also caused by the Human Papilloma Virus.
There are over 100 different strains of HPV viruses. Some strains more commonly affect the hands or fingers, while some strains have a predilection for genital areas.
Warts in the genital area are considered to be a sexually transmitted disease.
Warts on the hands are not a sexually transmitted infection.
