Category: Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

A group of related viruses, some of which can lead to genital warts and are linked to certain types of cancers. Often, the body clears the infection on its own.

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HPV Reinfection: How to Protect Yourself

HPV Reinfection: How to Protect Yourself

Hearing that you have HPV can bring up a lot of questions, especially about what…
HPV Warts on Your Fingers or Mouth? Yes, It Happens

HPV Warts on Your Fingers or Mouth? Yes, It Happens

Hearing “HPV” often makes people think of genital infections, but human papillomavirus can also affect…
I Had No Warts… But My Pap Smear Showed HPV

I Had No Warts… But My Pap Smear Showed HPV

Finding out that a Pap smear showed HPV when you have no visible warts can…
I Was Asymptomatic… Until My Partner Noticed Warts

I Was Asymptomatic… Until My Partner Noticed Warts

Finding out that you may have genital warts when you felt completely normal can be…
Abnormal Pap Smear? Here’s What It Really Means

Abnormal Pap Smear? Here’s What It Really Means

Getting an abnormal Pap smear result can feel unsettling, especially if you were expecting a…
That Rough Patch of Skin Down There Could Be HPV

That Rough Patch of Skin Down There Could Be HPV

Noticing a rough patch of skin on or around your genitals can be unsettling, especially…