What is HPV?  - HPV stands for human papilloma virus. There are over 100 types of HPV. Some produce warts on the hand, others staying in the genitals. Most do not seem to have serious consequences.
Genital HPV is widespread?

HPV infection is so common among people who have sex we can conclude that it is a phenomenon almost inherent to being sexually active. According to estimates, 70 to 80 per cent of Canadians (inks) sexually active-ives are carriers (ers) of the virus at some point in their lives.Most people are unaware they are infected because they usually have no symptoms.

How do people get genital HPV they?  - Different types of HPV are microscopic and seep through tiny breaks in the skin. If you're sexually active, you are exposed to genital HPV through sexual contact vaginal, anal or oral. HPV can spread from the vaginal area to the anal area. HPV can be contracted without vaginal penetration. Women who have sex with women can contract HPV, as well as those who have only (a) one (only) sexual partner (ual).

Why should I be concerned about HPV? - Some types of HPV can cause genital warts. Others may cause changes in cells. These are linked to cancer of the cervix, vulva, vagina and anus. Nearly 100% of women suffering from cancer of the cervix are infected with HPV.  It is important to note that in general the body's immune system gets rid of HPV naturally in a year or two. Most women with HPV will not develop cancer of the cervix.

How to treat a person with HPV?  - Most types of HPV are benign and require no treatment. As is the case with many viruses, HPV can not be cured. However, there are treatments that can relieve symptoms. For example, genital warts can be treated with medication that can be applied directly to warts.

HPV does cause cancer? The appearance of changes in the cervix is necessarily linked to HPV, but HPV does not necessarily lead to cancer. No one knows for sure the other elements that cause the development of cancer. It is possible that the following factors play a role in the development of cancer:
* Having unprotected sex at a young age.
* Smoking.
* Have an immune system in disrepair.
* Have poor diet and a diet low in vitamin A, folate (a type of B vitamin) and vitamin C.
* Living Stress
* To be suffering from another sexually transmitted infection such as chlamydia.

We know that poverty is linked to deaths caused by cancer of the cervix. Poor diet, stress and smoking are also linked to poverty.
How do I know if I have HPV?

Most women do not realize they are infected with HPV when they detect that warts on the genitals or the results of their Pap test shows the presence of anomalies. HPV can be detected by a test that analyzes DNA in the cells of the body. This test, called the technique of hybrid capture II (CH II), detects specific types of HPV linked to cervical cancer of the uterus.
What should I do if my Pap test shows an abnormality?

A Pap test, which revealed the presence of minor anomalies is concerned that also indicates whether the presence of HPV. Sometimes the Pap test detects the presence of HPV and the result will be reported in the written report. In general, it must conduct a separate test of CH II for detecting HPV. You should know that this test is newly available in Canada and not available everywhere.