We've already told you that untreated HPV can result in cervical cancer. You've also probably heard that fact before. But what exactly is HPV? How dangerous is it really, can you
tell whether you may have contracted it, and can you treat it?
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the
most common sexually transmitted infections. Over 40 types affect the genital
area, as well as the mouth and throat. HPV can be contracted during genital
contact through intercourse or oral sex. Both genders can contract it. However,
most people don’t realize they have it and may not show symptoms for years.
The good news is that the body’s immune system is capable of
clearing out HPV from the body within two years. But a person could also show symptoms,
which include:
- Genital warts, warts in the throat
- Abnormal cells—which could form cancer
In order to detect the infection, girls can undergo a Pap
smear or an HPV test, which is similar to a Pap but specifically looks for HPV.
Although there is no treatment for the virus itself, there
are treatments for the symptoms. Those treatments include:
- Medications for the warts
- Removal of abnormal cells
- General cancer treatments
- Surgery
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