Human Papilloma Virus

by Claudia Campos
311healthbeath.blogspot.com

Human Papilloma Virus is a sexual transmitted infection that causes genital warts. HPV can be screened by Pap smear exams and this infection can lead to cervical cancer said section on "Human Papilloma Virus" in "Contemporary Women's Health" found on www.mhhe.com.

There are 14,000 case in the U.S. 5,000 deaths annually and genital warts include small, bumpy warts on the vaginal or anal area. Sings include bumps, skin changes in vaginal or anus area.

There is no cure for HPV but treatment can remove warts. Most HPV infections are transmitted by sexual activity and diagnosed through Pap smear exams. Number of partners and sexual history influences and increases the chances of contracting HPV.

To avoid HPV abstinence or monogamy are the way to go. Women should have regular Pap smear screenings to check for abnormalities. All this information is available on www.mhhe.com.