The Human Papilloma Virus (HPV, or genital warts) is extremely common -- Planned Parenthood estimates that up to one out of 10 Americans have genital HPV infection. While there is a very small risk that the baby can develop laryngeal papillomas (vocal cord warts), the incidence is very low. The thinking for the past several years is to allow vaginal birth in these circumstances. Most authorities believe it is not necessary to do a cesarean delivery."

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