Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
There are only a couple of sexually transmitted diseases, which can lead to the early demise of the host. We already discussed about HIV infection. In this brief section, we will be looking into human papillomavirus. According to reliable sources, there are approximately 200 varieties of HPVs. However, a small portion of them is capable of infecting humans. If not treated appropriately, the same virus can cause cancer of the cervix or the related organs.
Eminent physicians consider HPV as the primary causative organism of genital warts. These (genital warts) are of two kinds - the one that can transmit itself from a carrier to the host and vice versa. Even though the primary mode of infection is through sexual contact, some have reported that the virus can transmit itself via touch. The latency period of the virus is also high at times. A couple of years might pass before the virus might start acting up within the system of the affected ones. Due to this inherent nature of the HPV, there is a high tendency for a carrier to keep on transmitting the virus to their unsuspecting sexual partners.
The symptoms and other manifestations are primarily dependent upon the mode with which the virus gains entry to the body. Penile, anal and vulvar cancer is common side effects of HPV infection. The carcinogenic nature of the HPV is legendary, and it is thus of no wonder that many people are succumbing to the virus at one point or the other. The HPV is also capable of producing three kinds of warts in the body of the affected ones. They are none than the plantar warts, common warts and flat warts. I presume the reader is already aware that warts can materialize in any portion of the body.
Genital warts caused by HPV can be an exceedingly painful condition. Intense pain will accompany the region for some time. In fact, once you begin to realize the above-mentioned symptoms, it makes sense to visit a doctor and get yourselves checked out. Those who practice oral sex will be surprised to learn that HPV can cause pharyngeal warts, likewise. One of the problematic aspects associated with HPV infection is the repeated recurrence of the warts. The virus can stay dormant for extended periods before activating itself.
One of the best and the safest method to avoid HPV infection is to opt for vaccines. However, for the medications to be effective, one must report themselves at the very earliest. Else, there is a high probability for the carcinogenic nature of the HPV to show its true nature - this can lead to disastrous effects! The latest innovations in the niche such as microbicides can also help in warding off the virus. Please follow the instructions outlined with the product. As a general rule of thumb, it is better to stay focused on one sexual partner as HPV frequents those who are sexually active.