Genital wart is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus ( HPV ) while herpes is caused by Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). They are both completely different dreadful conditions. Symptoms of genital warts in men do not usually have early manifestations. Genital warts can occur several weeks or even months after being exposed to the virus. Some symptoms of this could give you itchiness and burning sensations around the genital area. It exhibit small, white, yellow or gray bumpy warts around the genitals and anus. These bumps will quickly grow into skin colored, cauliflower like masses that vary in size and shape.