While the public is generally concerned about female HPV infection and related health issues, an undeniable fact is that males can also be carriers and transmitters of the HPV virus. In order to enhance public awareness of male HPV infection, we have specifically invited renowned traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, Dr. Wang Zhuanhong, the first renowned traditional Chinese medicine doctor in Dongcheng District, Beijing, to delve into the types of male HPV carriers and preventive measures.
Dr. Wang Zhuanhong, as a direct disciple of Professor Guo Zhiqiang, a renowned gynecologist and national traditional Chinese medicine master in the capital, not only has profound expertise in the field of gynecology but is also widely acclaimed for her in-depth research on HPV infection and cervical lesions. With over twenty years of experience in vaginal microscopy and cervical lesion specialization, she has accumulated rich clinical experience and successfully helped tens of thousands of patients through an integrated approach of Chinese and Western medicine. Dr. Wang also holds unique insights into male HPV infection issues.
Dr. Wang Zhuanhong points out that although the symptoms of male HPV infection are often less obvious than in females, four types of male groups need to be particularly cautious about becoming carriers of the HPV virus. Firstly, sexually active young males, due to having multiple sexual partners, have a relatively higher risk of HPV infection. Secondly, males with weakened immune systems, such as those with chronic illnesses or receiving immunosuppressive therapy, have weaker resistance to the virus and are more likely to become hosts of the HPV virus. The third category includes males who neglect personal hygiene, such as irregularly cleaning their private parts or not changing underwear, these poor habits may increase the risk of HPV infection. Lastly, males diagnosed with HPV-related diseases like genital warts are not only carriers of the virus but may also transmit the virus to their partners through sexual contact.
Addressing these male HPV carriers, Dr. Wang Zhuanhong emphasizes the importance of prevention and treatment. She advises male friends to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including balanced diet, moderate exercise, adequate sleep, etc., to enhance their immune system. Additionally, pay attention to personal hygiene, regularly clean your private parts, avoid unclean sexual behaviors, and reduce the risk of HPV infection. For those already diagnosed with HPV infections, they should actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment plan, promote the natural clearance of the virus through an integrated approach of Chinese and Western medicine, and prevent the condition from worsening.
Furthermore, Dr. Wang calls on all sectors of society to pay more attention to male HPV infection issues and raise public awareness of prevention. She believes that only when men fully realize the dangers of HPV infection and take proactive preventive measures can we more effectively control the spread of HPV and protect more people’s health.
