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If you have hpv what are the chances that you will get cevical cancer?
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How can you lessen your chances of gettin cancer?
For most types of cancer there is no prevention except for HPV, Lung, and Skin. To lessen your chances of getting skin cancer wear sunscreen and do not go into tanning booths. To Lessen your chances of lung cancer, quit smoking or do not smoke, and to lessen your chances of getting HPV, get the HPV/Gardasil vaccine which I highly recommend. There are three doses. Here's the link:
Is a Pap Smear a good tool for general cancer detection or is it only specific to cervical cancer?
Typically it's only for cevical cancer.
Is hpv related to ovarian cancer?
There is no evidence that HPV causes ovarian cancer.
Do some viruses cause cancer?
HPV is widely accepted as a cause of certain types of cancers, including cervical and some throat cancers. HPV is a sexually transmitted virus. Not all HPV types are thought to be "high risk" types. A "high risk" HPV is more likely to lead to cancer if left untreated. Currently most pap tests also include an HPV test. It is important to know that HPV is very common, but cervical cancer rates remain relatively low in the United States. With proper follow up and treatment from a medical professional, the chances of getting cervical cancer are low, even if HPV positive.
Is HPV cancer?
No. Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a virus that has the potential to cause cancer and/or genital warts. Just because you have HPV does not mean you have or will have cancer, but we now it is the primary cause of several types of cancer.
What are the chances of getting cervical cancer after a LEEP procedure and having had the HPV vaccine?
They are much lower than if you hadn't had the LEEP and HPV vaccine, but I don't know of any studies that can suggest a percentage risk for your situation.
Can cervical cancer cause HPV in males?
Most cervical cancer is caused by damage due to HPV. If the woman is still shedding HPV on the cervix, a man could get that strain of high-risk HPV.
How does the new medication Gardisil help treat HPV and cancer?
Gardasil doesn't treat HPV or cancer - it is only a vaccine that will help prevent you from transmitting a few of the strains of HPV that are known to cause cervical cancer.
What is the difference between HPV and genital herpes and can both cause cancer?
HPV (human papillomavirus) causes all kinds of warts -- on your hands, feet, knees, and genitals. Some subtypes of HPV cause genital warts; a few high risk types can cause cancer, including cancer of the cervix, anus, penis, vulva, head, and neck. The types of HPV that cause warts are not the types that cause cancer. Genital Herpes is caused by a herpetic virus, is not related to warts, and is not linked to cancer like HPV is. However, having genital herpes AND HPV increases your risk of cancer from the HPV virus.
Causes of testicular cancer?
The HPV
Which virus causes cervical cancer?
HPV is the infection that puts women at risk for Cervical cancer. The vaccine against cervical cancer lowers the risk significantly.
How does one minimize concerns of cervical cancer?
HPV infections have been shown to increase chances of cervical cancer, so getting vaccinated against HPV is one way. Using condoms can help prevent not only cervical cancer, but many STDs as well. Not smoking and eating a diet full of fruits and vegetables can cut risk of all types of cancer and many other diseases.
