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Yes, it is possible to have two or more strains of HPV simultaneously. The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of over 200 related viruses, and individuals can be infected with different strains at the same time. This co-infection can occur without symptoms, but some strains are associated with a higher risk of developing certain cancers or warts. Regular screenings and vaccinations can help manage and mitigate these risks.
What else can I help you with?
Are there HPV vaccines to prevent against all cervical cancers that may be caused by HPV true are false?
The hpv vaccine does not protect you from all strains of the hpv virus. Check with your doctor on what strains are covered.
Can you get gardasil vaccine while you have hpv?
Sure you can. There are numerous strains of HPV. The Gardasil will help with 4 of them. Even if you know that you're currently infected with one of the 4 strains in the Gardasil vaccine, it can still help you with the other 3.
Do you need to go for cervical smears if you have had the HPV vaccine?
Yes, you do. The HPV vaccine is excellent and covers many strains of the HPV virus, and the strains included in the shot are the ones most likely to cause cervical cancer. It is very, very effective. But you need PAP smears still because: 1. Not all strains of HPV are in the vaccine, so even though it would be rare you could still get a form of HPV and go on to develop cervical cancer. 2. Not all cervical cancers are caused by HPV (though many are).
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 are the differences between the various HPV strains and how do they impact individuals differently?
There are many strains of HPV, but the most common ones are categorized as high-risk and low-risk. High-risk strains can lead to cancer, while low-risk strains usually cause genital warts. The impact on individuals varies depending on the strain they are infected with, with some strains being more likely to cause serious health issues than others.
Can women get cervical cancer from a man?
Yes, a man can give a woman HPV and a woman can give a man HPV. To reduce the spread of HPV, males AND females can go to a clinic or their primary doctor and get the HPV vaccine in 3 different doses at 3 different times. If someone ALREADY has HPV, the HPV vaccine should still be taken because there are over 100 strains of HPV, and you may not have one of the strains that the vaccine prevents.
Is it normal when being diagnosed with HPV to have 18 strains of the infection?
This really something you should discuss with the doctor.
What could Human Papillomavirus cause?
The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) has many different strains which can cause different things. The most common and well known affliction that HPV causes is warts, including sexually transmitted genital warts. Recently, some strains of HPV have been shown to cause Cervical Cancer. There is also a condition where it can affect the throat, but it is very rare.
What are the different types of HPV?
well obviously we can't name all the types because hpv has more than 100 different strains to it but it either causes cervical cancer and or warts
The HPV Vaccine?
The vaccine is called Humanpapillomovirus vaccine, and is given to girls from the age of around 16 it varies from country to country. The vaccine is not a live vaccine but it is for protection from STI sexuall transmitted diseases.
Do hpv warts come and go?
A vast majority of sexual HPV infections can be fought off by the body's immune system, however, some strains last a lifetime and the warts must be removed.
Are genital warts cancerous?
Genital warts are not cancerous. They are caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV) and are considered a sexually transmitted infection. However, some strains of HPV can increase the risk of developing certain types of cancer, such as cervical cancer. It is important to consult a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.
