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HPV

Human Papillomavirus

Overview

Most common STI. Some types can cause genital warts, others can lead to cancer.

Symptoms

Often asymptomatic
Can cause genital warts, abnormal Pap smears

Prevention

How to Protect Yourself

HPV vaccination
Condoms (partial protection)
Regular Pap smears
Monogamy

Potential Complications

Cervical cancer
Other genital cancers
Anal cancer
Oropharyngeal cancer
Genital warts