When the virus doesn't go away on its own, it can cause serious health problems. These include genitial warts and warts in the throat. HPV can also cause cervical cancer and other cancers of the genitals, head, neck, and throat.

<u>Prevention:</u>

Avoid direct contact. The surest way to prevent genital HPV infection is to refrain from any genital contact with another person.
Get tested. HPV infections can be diagnosed with a Pap test, which checks for cancer or precancerous changes of the cervix, or a molecular test that looks for HPV DNA.
Use condoms. Consistent condom use can protect women from HPV infection.
Get vaccinated. HPV vaccines can prevent most cases of cervical, vaginal, vulvar, and anàl cancers.

8 0

2 years ago

Read 2 more answers