HPV, or human papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted infection. While usually harmless and resolves on its own, there are certain types that could lead to genital warts or cancer.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the world. It is the virus responsible for the development of abnormal cervical cells that would eventually lead to cervical cancer. Women, especially those over the age of 30, are recommended to have a routinary HPV test, which is usually done together with […]
Reviewed by John Paul Abrina, MD • Yesterday
Genital warts are soft growths that appear on the genitals, though they may also appear on the lips, mouth tongue or throat. In men, they can appear on the scrotum, penis, groin area, thighs as well as in or around the anus. In women, they can appear in or around the vagina, in or around […]
Reviewed by Mike Kenneth Go Doratan, MD • Sep 30, 2024
Human papilloma virus infections and cancer of the cervix are two interrelated conditions. What’s the connection between HPV and cervical cancer? What is HPV? HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a very common group of viruses that infect both men and women. It is so common that most people will get some type of HPV in their life. Most […]
Reviewed by Mary Rani Cadiz, MD • Sep 30, 2024
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