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Certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV), specifically types 16 and 18, are known to cause cancer, including cervical, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers.

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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 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.


What types of hpv cause cervical cancer?

About 15 high-risk HPV types have been identified which can lead to cervical cancer. HPV types 16 and 18 are most commonly associated with cervical cancer and together are estimated to account for 70% of cervical cancer cases.The HPV-16 strain is thought to be a cause of about 50% of cervical cancers.


WHAT STD can cause genital warts or cervical cancer?

Cervical cancer is typically caused by HPV. Studies have shown some 70% of cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer are caused by HPV.The Human Papilloma Virus can cause cervical cancer in women if it is left untreated.human paillomavirus(hpv)


Which HPV types are known to cause warts?

HPV types 1, 2, 3, 4, 26, 29, and 57 are known to cause warts.


Do women carry hpv?

HPV does not start with just women, men carry it too. The concern is that some types of HPV cause cervical cancer.


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 does hpv do?

HPV is the abbreviation for Human Papillomovirus. Some HPV types can cause cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancer among women, penile cancer among men, and anal and some oropharyngeal cancers among both men and women. Other HPV types can cause genital warts among both sexes.


Can hpv cause a disease or is it a disease?

HPV is a virus. It causes different types of ailments including warts and certain kinds of 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.


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.


Which organs are affected by HPV?

Human papillomavirus (HPV) primarily affects the skin and mucous membranes, leading to conditions such as warts and various types of cancer. In women, HPV is most commonly associated with cervical cancer, but it can also affect the vulva, vagina, and oropharynx. In men, it can lead to penile cancer and oropharyngeal cancer. Additionally, HPV can cause anal cancer in both genders.