Dr. Purushottam Sah
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am 24 years old. My partner has HPV and I did not make love with her. Should I worry about the HPV? Is it dangerous for me? Can it cause cancer to me?
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
HPV (human papillomavirus) is a common infection and mostly resolves on its own without treatment. Even if you get infected, the chance of developing the disease is very less. You can have sex using a condom and avoid oral sex. HPV can cause cancer but the incidence is low.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
Can it be dangerous for me?
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
The infection is common but cancer is rare. You can get HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine, but you cannot completely remove the risk.
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