How much do you know about the HPV virus? The HPV virus, also known as the Human Papillomavirus, has over 200 types, with over 50 types being associated with genital infections.
Hangzhou Xincheng Women and Children’s Hospital pointed out that HPV is divided into low-risk and high-risk types. It is okay if you have been infected with low-risk viruses, but if you get infected with high-risk viruses (HPV16, HPV18) and leave it untreated for a long time, you are very likely to suffer from cervical ai.
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Which groups of people are more prone to HPV infection?
1. People with multiple sexual partners
HPV mainly spreads through sexual contact. People with multiple sexual partners who engage in frequent sexual activities have a higher chance of HPV infection.
2. People with weakened immune systems
Individuals who have been taking immunosuppressants for an extended period or are undergoing treatment for autoimmune diseases, as well as those with other immunodeficiency diseases, are at an increased risk of HPV infection due to weakened immunity.
3. People who engage in early sexual activity
Young individuals with underdeveloped reproductive systems and weak reproductive tract resistance are more vulnerable to HPV infection when they start engaging in sexual activities at a young age.
What are the symptoms of HPV infection?
1. Abnormal vaginal discharge
If vaginal discharge appears dark red, watery red, brownish, or with blood, and also emits a foul odor and has a thin, rice soup-like consistency, do not take it lightly.
2. Genital warts
After being infected with the HPV virus, women may develop genital warts in multiple areas such as the perianal region, vagina, and external genitalia. These warts typically present as papules or cauliflower-shaped growths, with common wart types including filiform warts and flat warts.
