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.

That Skin-Colored Bump on Your Vulva or Penis

That Skin-Colored Bump on Your Vulva or Penis

Finding a skin-colored bump on your vulva or penis can be unsettling, especially if you…
Can Condoms Fully Protect Against HPV?

Can Condoms Fully Protect Against HPV?

Condoms are one of the most important tools for safer sex, but they do not…
My Honest Experience Dating With HPV

My Honest Experience Dating With HPV

Dating with HPV was one of the things I feared most after I found out…
Throat HPV: The Symptoms Almost No One Recognizes

Throat HPV: The Symptoms Almost No One Recognizes

Throat HPV is something many people have heard of, but far fewer understand. Human papillomavirus,…
HPV on the Anus or Buttocks – What to Look For

HPV on the Anus or Buttocks – What to Look For

HPV can affect the skin around the anus and buttocks, and for many people, it…
How Long Can You Have HPV Without Knowing?

How Long Can You Have HPV Without Knowing?

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, and many…