Men should not underestimate HPV.
HPV is a common virus, comprising more than 100 different strains.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the most common sexually transmitted infection. Most information about HPV focuses on women because some types of the virus can cause cervical cancer.
HPV infection - human papillomavirus - is the most common sexually transmitted infection. Most information about HPV focuses on women because some types of the virus can cause cervical cancer. However, HPV can also cause health problems in men.
HPV is a common virus, comprising more than 100 different strains. The viruses affect the skin and mucous membranes. Although most men infected with HPV have no symptoms, the virus continues to grow, most commonly causing warts. These can appear on the penis, testicles, anus, the skin of the groin and thighs, and the back of the throat.
Different strains of HPV affect different areas of the body. More than 90% of genital warts in men and women are caused by HPV types 6 and 11. HPV types 16 and 18 cause most HPV-related cancers.
How can I tell if I have HPV?
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| Men should also get the HPV vaccine. |
Men can get HPV in the same way as women, through direct contact, sexual intercourse. HPV can be spread from person to person through oral, anal, or vaginal contact or intimate skin-to-skin contact. If a person has HPV, the virus can be spread, even if there are never obvious symptoms. The risk of getting HPV is increased when: Having many sexual partners; Occurring more often in adolescence or young adulthood; Having a weakened immune system; Damaged skin or mucous membranes.
It is important to consult a doctor if you notice genital warts or if warts cause discomfort or pain in other areas of the body.
Complications of HPV infection in men
In fact, 90% of HPV infections will clear with the help of the body's natural immune system without causing any harm. However, while some strains of HPV can cause genital warts, others can cause cancer.
In men, HPV is thought to cause the following cancers:
More than 90% of anal cancer cases.
More than 60% of penile cancers.
About 70% of oropharyngeal cancers.
Men who have sex with men are 17 times more likely to develop anal cancer (HPV-related) than men who have sex with men.
Men with weakened immune systems due to HIV or other reasons have a higher chance of developing HPV-related anal cancer. Men with HIV tend to have more severe genital warts that are more difficult to treat.
Doctor's advice HPV infection is not cancer, but the infection can cause changes in the body that can lead to cancer. Routine screening to diagnose HPV in men by checking for warts. Warts are small or large, flat or raised, solitary or in groups in the area around the genitals, anus. Warts are usually painless but unsightly. HPV infection can go away on its own, but you should pay attention and consult a doctor if you have the following signs: Bleeding, pain, or itching from the anus; Swelling in the anal area or in the groin; Changes in bowel habits or the shape of stools - These could be signs of anal cancer. Changes in tissue on the penis such as color, unusual skin thickening; growths on the penis that may bleed... Symptoms of suspected penile cancer. Persistent sore throat or earache; Persistent cough; Difficulty breathing or swallowing; Weight loss; Voice changes or hoarseness; A lump in the back of the throat or mouth, in the neck; A dull pain behind the breastbone - Symptoms of throat cancer. |
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