HPV: Transmission, Symptoms, Treatment and More

Posted by lewis hamilton on November 25th, 2017

The HPV  (Human Papilloma Virus) is a  sexually transmitted disease most common worldwide. An alarming fact about this STD is that it is linked to almost 100% of cases of cervical cancer. In general, people know HPV like warts that appear on the genitals and other parts of the body. But depending on the type and its evolution, other consequences can be involved, such as the development of cancers.

Types of HPV:

The disease varies according to the more than  150 human papillomavirus subtypes . Each of them has its own characteristics, such as attraction to specific areas of the body. There are those who are high risk and low risk.

HPV-2 and HPV-4, for example, are associated with common skin warts. HPV-6 and HPV-11, in turn, cause genital warts and a higher likelihood of malignant tumors.

SYMPTOMS OF HPV:

The following are the most common symptoms  of the groups:

• Subtypes 1, 2, 4, 26, 27, 29, 41, 57, 65 and 75 to 78:  Common skin warts
• Subtypes 3, 10, 27, 28, 38, 41 and 49: Skin warts, usually of the type "flat warts"
• Subtypes 1, 2, 4, 60, 63:  Warts on the soles of the feet
• Subtypes 1 to 6, 10, 11, 16, 18, 30, 31, 33, 35, 39 to 45, 51 to 59, 70 and 83: Genital or anal warts.

The cervical cancer of the uterus  can be caused by several subtypes. HPV-16 and HPV-18 are the most frequent in this regard. However, they do not usually present any Hpv Symptoms with regard to the disease.

As discussed above, what makes HPV extremely relevant and alarming for  public health is precisely its ability to promote some types of cancers. In addition to the uterus, include the penis, vagina, vulva and anus. On a smaller scale, it can still cause cancer of the larynx, esophagus, mouth and nasal sinuses.

DISEASE TRANSMISSION:

The transmission of the  human papillomavirus occurs not only by sexual way, but also by simple direct contact with the skin. That is, when an individual puts some part of the body directly in contact with the skin of someone who is infected. Contamination can also occur in babies who are born normal and have contact with their mother's infected area.

Another way pointed out as possible transmission are towels and underwear from people with HPV. In that case someone would have to use them soon after they were taken. However, this theory is not yet fully proven and accepted.

It is worth remembering that the incubation time of the virus varies from 1 month to 2 yearsand that during this period the individual can contaminate other people even without Hpv Symptoms .

TREATMENT FOR HPV:

The  human papillomavirus can be eliminated spontaneously by the body itself, or it can gradually evolve. There are no antiviral agents specific to the virus. Thus, the work must be directed at strengthening the immune system of the person, so that he even fights the infection. In this sense, it is essential to eat well, exercise, stop smoking and establish other healthier habits.

In the individuals who develop warts, the treatment only concerns the  elimination of the lesions , which can be done, in simple cases, from the application of a chemical agent, the classic cauterization or laser . Even the most serious injuries may eventually require surgery. But it is necessary to be aware of the removal of the warts. Its withdrawal does not mean that the virus has been eliminated from the body. By the way, as long as the patient remains infected, he can develop new warts.

DIAGNOSIS:

An  early diagnosis  has a greater chance of prescribing less invasive solutions. It will always be necessary to analyze the degree of injury, the time of disease evolution and the level of immunity of the person.

Be on top of your health and protection. At  Fleming Laboratory there are adequate tests to detect HPV, such as Papanicola , hybrid capture and PCR .