{"id":32986,"date":"2023-04-07T13:48:04","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T13:48:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medical.x10.mx\/wp\/?p=32986"},"modified":"2024-02-05T15:13:17","modified_gmt":"2024-02-05T15:13:17","slug":"human-papillomavirus-hpv-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drmozhgansayyad.com\/human-papillomavirus-hpv-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"Overview &#8211; Human Papillomavirus, Types, Symptoms, Treatment &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1678974997908{margin-top: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;size-h5&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-toc\" class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\">\n<nav>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-is-hpv-virus\">What is Human Papillomavirus [HPV]?<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#types-of-hpv-virus\">Types of HPV Virus<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#transmission-of-hpv\">Transmission of HPV<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#symptoms-of-the-hpv-virus\">Symptoms of the HPV Virus<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#treatment\">Treatment<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#prevention\">Prevention<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#common-questions-related-to-hpv-virus\">Common Questions Related to HPV Virus<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><a href=\"#get-help-with-dr-mozhgan\">Get Help with Dr. Mozhgan<\/a><\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-hpv-virus\"><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\"><strong>What is HPV?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Human Papillomavirus [HPV] is a common virus that affects the different parts of the body. According to research, there are over 100 different strains of the HPV virus, including infections that causes warts on hands, legs, face, etc. Of those 100 types, around 30 affect the genitals [vagina, cervix, penis, scrotum], causing a\u00a0sexually transmitted infection.<\/p>\n<p>HPV is so common that the CDC even states that<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/std\/hpv\/stdfact-hpv.htm\"> 80% of all\u00a0sexually active men and women<\/a>\u00a0get infected at\u00a0one point in their lives. Although\u00a09 out of 10\u00a0HPV cases resolve by themselves, it can develop into genital warts or cervical cancer if it\u2019s serious.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"types-of-hpv-virus\"><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Types of HPV Virus<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, there\u2019re over 100 types of HPV virus. However, the 14 most common ones are HPV 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 29, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 66, and 68. Out of these, HPV 16 and 18 are known to cause the most cases of HPV cancers.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"transmission-of-hpv\"><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\"><strong>Transmission of HPV<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>HPV is most commonly spread through vaginal or anal sex. You can get infected by having vaginal, oral, or anal sex with someone with the virus. The HPV virus can also be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact on genitalia. Even if someone has a single sexual partner, there\u2019re still chances for HPV transmission. To summarize, the HPV causes are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Skin-to-skin contact of the genital area<\/li>\n<li>Vaginal, anal, or oral sex<\/li>\n<li>Using the same sex toys<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"the-symptoms-of-the-hpv-virus\"><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Symptoms of the HPV Virus<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The common HPV symptoms are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/anogenital-warts-an-essential-101-guide\/\">Genital warts<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Common warts<\/li>\n<li>Plantar warts<\/li>\n<li>Flat warts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Apart from these symptoms, HPV also causes <a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/cervical-cancer-screening\/\">cervical cancer<\/a>. However, developing cancer after the infection may take 20 years or longer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"get-tested-for-hpv\"><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Get Tested for HPV<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Contrary to males, HPV disease poses a higher threat to females as it can cause cervical cancer. Doctors typically recommend a<a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/your-first-pelvic-exam-15-helpful-tips-2\/\">\u00a0pap test<\/a>\u00a0[also known as pap smear] to screen the cervix and all the areas nearby for abnormal cells. The\u00a0cervical cancer screening\u00a0will determine whether the cells are infected and the degree of risk the patient is under.<\/p>\n<p>In the case of asymptomatic patients, the doctor may request further tests like vinegar solution and DNA tests. It should also be noted that being positive for the virus doesn\u2019t equate to <a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/colposcopy-valuable-information-to-know\/\">cervical cancer<\/a>. It just means that there\u2019s a higher probability of developing cancer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"treatment\">Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>Although a cure hasn\u2019t been found, there\u2019re treatments available to ease the symptoms. Including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cryosurgery: a medical procedure that freezes warts or destroys abnormal cells using liquid nitrogen.<\/li>\n<li>Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure [LEEP]: a procedure that uses a unique wire loop to remove warts or abnormal cells from the cervix.<\/li>\n<li>Electrocautery: a procedure that burns warts through electric current.<\/li>\n<li>Laser Therapy: a procedure that uses intense light to destroy warts or abnormal cells.<\/li>\n<li>Cold Knife Cone Biopsy: a medical procedure that removes the cone-shaped piece of the cervical tissue which contains the abnormal cells.<\/li>\n<li>Trichloroacetic Acid: a chemical treatment that burns warts.<\/li>\n<li>Prescription Cream: applying medicated creams that contain imiquimod and podofilox to burn warts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As mentioned earlier, most HPV infections resolve on their own. If the symptoms are severe, the doctor will recommend the required procedures or medications.<\/p>\n<h2>Prevention<\/h2>\n<h3>The HPV Vaccine<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019re various vaccines available to prevent HPV. They are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gardasil vaccine prevents HPV type 6, 11, 16, and 18.<\/li>\n<li>Gardasil 9 vaccine prevents HPV type 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58.<\/li>\n<li>Cervarix vaccine prevents HPV type 16 and 18.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Organizations like the CDC recommend all\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/puberty-how-to-be-informed-parents-2\/\">preteens<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/parenting-a-teenager-challenges\/\">teens<\/a>, and young adults get vaccinated against HPV. Though Gardasil offers the best protection, you can talk to your doctor to understand which vaccine is best for you.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"other-prevention-tips-include%25c2%25a0%25c2%25a0\"><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Other prevention tips include:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoiding\u00a0sexual\u00a0contact with infected individuals<\/li>\n<li>Using contraceptive methods during\u00a0intercourse<\/li>\n<li>Avoid practicing sex early on<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding multiple sexual partners<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding intercourse until your partner is tested for <a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/5-remarkably-easy-ways-to-prevent-stds\/\">STD<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Adopt a healthy lifestyle to boost your immune system<\/li>\n<li>For men, don\u2019t rely on circumcision to reduce the risk<\/li>\n<li>For women, get screened regularly to detect precancerous changes early<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><\/figure>\n<div style=\"width: 940px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><!--[if lt IE 9]><script>document.createElement('video');<\/script><![endif]-->\n<video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-32986-1\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/HPV-Virus-1-1.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/HPV-Virus-1-1.mp4\">https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/HPV-Virus-1-1.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"common-questions-related-to-hpv-virus\">Common Questions Related to HPV Virus<\/h2>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q1.<\/span> Are all warts HPV?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The short answer is yes. However, it should be kept in mind that there\u2019s a clear distinction between harmless warts and ones that can develop into cervical cancer. Usually, the dangerous HPV that causes cervical cancer doesn\u2019t cause warts.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q2.<\/span> What cancers are caused by HPV infection?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The six types of cancer caused by HPV infection are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cervical cancer<\/li>\n<li>Anal cancer<\/li>\n<li>Penile cancer<\/li>\n<li>Vaginal cancer<\/li>\n<li>Vulvar cancer<\/li>\n<li>Oropharyngeal cancer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q3.<\/span> How easily transmitted is HPV?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Because HPV is transmitted through close contact, it is highly contagious. In fact, it can be transmitted even when no body fluids are exchanged.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q4.<\/span> Who should take the HPV vaccine?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The HPV vaccine is recommended for boys and girls at the age of 11 or 12 by starting the series at age 9. However, for young people who weren\u2019t vaccinated during the recommended time can get it until they are 26.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q5.<\/span> Can the HPV vaccine be given to older adults?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, adults between 27 and 45 can get vaccinated to prevent the HPV virus.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q6.<\/span> Who is more likely to get infected with HPV?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Anyone can get infected with HPV if they are sexually active or have close genital contact with someone who is already infected.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q7.<\/span> What are the other methods to detect HPV infection?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Usually, the doctor can easily identify the virus by simply checking. Since high-risk HPV doesn\u2019t cause any symptoms, it would require additional methods to detect. They are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pap Test<\/li>\n<li>HPV Test<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/colposcopy-valuable-information-to-know\/\">Colposcopy<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q8.<\/span> Can the HPV virus be cured?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There isn\u2019t a cure for HPV infection. However, on the bright side, the immune system is already well-equipped to fight off the virus.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #5abbed;\">Q9.<\/span> Is HPV contagious for life?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re contagious as long as the virus is present, regardless of whether there are symptoms. For instance, someone can still spread HPV infection even if their genital warts have disappeared. The person is no longer contagious once their immune system completely destroys the virus.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"get-help-with-dr-mozhgan\">Get Help with Dr. Mozhgan<\/h2>\n<p>HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections but isn\u2019t life-threatening. However, you should always seek medical care if you experience symptoms, especially around the genitals.<\/p>\n<p>If you experience any of the aforementioned symptoms or require additional information about the disease or its vaccination,\u00a0book an appointment\u00a0with <a href=\"https:\/\/drmozhgansayyad.com\/best-female-gynecologist-in-dubai\/\">Dr. Mozhgan from Dubai<\/a>. 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