Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common and diverse group of viruses that infect the genital tract and other mucosal surfaces. Some types of HPV are associated with high risk of cervical and other cancers, while others cause benign warts or asymptomatic infections. Learn more about the epidemiology, transmission, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of HPV infections from this comprehensive book.
Also, there is no approved HPV test to find HPV in the mouth or throat. There are HPV tests that can screen for cervical cancer. Healthcare providers only use these tests for screening women aged 30 years and older. HPV tests are not recommended to screen men, adolescents, or women under the age of 30 years.
In some cases, a doctor may recommend having a Pap test and an HPV test at the same time. A Pap test involves checking the cells for precancerous changes. An HPV test looks for the DNA of the virus.
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