Human Papillomavirus and Genital Warts
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common causes of sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the world. Health experts estimate there are more cases of genital HPV infection than any other STI in the United States. According to the ... [... more]
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Human Papillomavirus Infection
The February 28, 2007, issue of JAMA includes an article about the prevalence of HPV infection. Genital warts can be left alone, treated with prescription medicines, or surgically removed (including cryotherapy or laser treatment). If cervical ... [... more]
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Learn about STDs/STIs
About 30 of these types are sexually transmitted and cause genital HPV. Genital HPV is spread through skin-to-skin contact, not through an exchange of bodily fluid. This virus is often asymptomatic -- people usually don't know they have it. About ... [... more]
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The social impact
The emotional toll of dealing with HPV is often as difficult as the medical aspects and can be more awkward to address. This may be the area where you feel most vulnerable, and the lack of clear counseling messages can make this even more ... [... more]
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New England
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Gardasil®, a vaccine that is highly effective in preventing infection with some types of HPV (see Question 3). Studies involving another HPV vaccine called Cervarix are under way (see Question ... [... more]
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HPV Vaccine May Offer More Than Cervical Protection
The recently-approved vaccine against human papilloma virus (HPV) may have substantial benefits beyond preventing infections that might lead to cervical cancer and genital warts. New research shows it also protects against abnormalities that can ... [... more]
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How to Diagnose HPV
The human papilloma virus (HPV) affects millions of sexually active women each year. Since HPV often shows no symptoms, you will most likely not be able to diagnose the virus yourself. You will need to go to a doctor to be tested whether you feel ... [... more]
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National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Home Page
Official website of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIH is one of the world's foremost medical research centers. An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH is the Federal focal point for health research. The ... [... more]
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El PVH y el riesgo de cáncer
Algunos tipos de la infección por PVH se propagan de persona a persona mediante el contacto sexual. Para reducir su riesgo de infección, limite su número de compañeros sexuales y use condones. El papilomavirus humano es una [... more]
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United States Department of Health and Human Services
Based on FDA and CDC's ongoing investigation of the Salmonella outbreak, consumers are advised: Do not eat peanut-containing products on the FDA recall list. If you are concerned about a product, call the phone number on the product packaging or ... [... more]
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