HPV is a major cause of genital and anal infections in both men and women, through direct contact or sexual intercourse.
Symptoms
-Most HPV infections are asymptomatic: Many people with HPV don’t show any symptoms and may clear the infection naturally over time
-In women, persistent high-risk HPV infections can cause abnormal changes to cervical cells, which may eventually develop into cervical cancer if not detected early
Health Risks
cancers: it can also cause cancer in the vulva, vagina, anus, penis
Genital warts: Although not cancerous, genital warts caused by HPV can be uncomfortable and are highly contagious
Prevention
Safe sexual practices: Using condoms and limiting the number of sexual partners can reduce the risk of contracting HPV, but they do not provide 100%
Vaccination: The HPV vaccine is highly effective in preventing infection
