what does it mean?...infection by high-risk hpv?????
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HPV is a very common virus most women get in their lifetime without even knowing they have it. it can cause cervical cancer tho.
There are more than 100 types of HPV. Most of them are relatively harmless, like the ones that cause common warts found on hands and feet. For most people, the body’s own defense system will clear the virus.
About 30 types of HPV affect the genital area:
“High-risk” types (such as HPV Types 16 and 18) can cause cervical cancer or abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix that sometimes turn into cancer.
“Low-risk” types (such as HPV Types 6 and 11) can cause genital warts and benign (abnormal, but noncancerous) changes in the cervix.
All types of genital HPV can cause abnormal Pap tests. And a person can have more than one type of HPV.
All of this might seem a bit complicated, so there is one simple thing to remember: if you have any questions or concerns, speak with your doctor. Talking with your doctor is the best way for you to get the right answers.
Women and men who have any kind of sexual activity involving genital contact with someone with HPV can get it. That means it's possible to get genital HPV without having intercourse. And, because many people who have the virus may not show any signs or symptoms, they can transmit the virus without even knowing it.
HPV is easily transmitted, so any exposure puts you at risk. In fact, it is estimated that many people get HPV within their first 2 to 3 years of becoming sexually active.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the only way to prevent genital HPV is to avoid any sexual activity that involves genital contact. You can help decrease your chances of getting genital HPV by:
Limiting your sexual partners
Staying in a long-term, exclusive relationship with someone who doesn’t have HPV
Using a condom—though it’s unknown how much protection from HPV condoms actually provide
Many people who have human papillomavirus (HPV) do not show any signs or symptoms so they may not know they have it. That's why it's so important for women to have gynecological exams. These exams can help detect any abnormal cell changes before they have a chance to become more serious.
Most women learn they have HPV as a result of an abnormal Pap test. A Pap test (also known as a Pap smear) is part of a routine gynecological exam and helps detect abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix before they have the chance to become precancerous or cervical cancer. Many cases of cervical precancer can be treated successfully if detected early. In fact, cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.
That’s why it’s really important to follow your doctor's advice regarding a Pap test. In addition to the Pap tests, your doctor may suggest another test (an HPV DNA test) that can detect "high-risk" types of HPV. The purpose of this test is to determine if the abnormal cervical cells are caused by a "high-risk" type of HPV that could develop into cervical cancer. The results can help doctors decide if someone needs further testing or treatment.
Overall, you can reduce your risk of cervical cancer by having regular gynecological exams as well as any other tests your doctor recommends.
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i cant believe how many women dont know about HPV. i learned about it when i was about 12 in sex ed. and that was 12 years ago. maybe you guys need new dr's. they should be telling you about this stuff too
hpv=venereal warts
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