HPV
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Human papillomaviruses (HPV) are common viruses that can cause warts. There are more than 100 types of HPV. Most are harmless, but about 30 types put you at risk for cancer. These types affect the genitals and you get them through sexual contact with an infected partner. They are classified as either low-risk or high-risk. Low-risk HPV can cause genital warts. High-risk HPV can lead to cancers of the cervix, vulva, vagina, and anus in women. In men, it can lead to cancers of the anus and penis.
Although some people develop genital warts from HPV infection, others have no symptoms. Your health care provider can treat or remove the warts. In women, Pap smears can detect changes in the cervix that might lead to cancer.
Correct usage of latex condoms greatly reduces, but does not eliminate, the risk of catching or spreading HPV. A vaccine can protect against several types of HPV, including some that can cause cancer.
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HPV and Colposcopy
drflisser.com — “HPV and Colposcopy” View full resource at drflisser.com
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What Is HPV?
warts.org — “HPV is a common virus most often associated with warts such as genital warts and common warts.” View full resource at warts.org
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About 20 million people in the world have been infected with the HPV virus at some time in their life, so what is it? http://bit.ly/bQPMR7
The HPV Support Network: Why There is No HPV Tets for Men
thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com — “A site for individuals to share in the conversation regarding life with HPV, concerns about HPV diagnosis and treatment, and to receive support and feedback from others. This site is created in conjunction with The HPV Support Network website which offers a vast array of information for both patients and providers.” View full resource at thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com
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Ms Bonnie Diraimondo - #HPVAdvocate Health Site
The HPV Support Network: Why There is No HPV Tets for Men http://t.co/bQuHbaM
The HPV Support Network: Comparisons Between AIDS and HPV
thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com — “A site for individuals to share their stories about life with HPV, concerns about HPV diagnosis and treatment, and to receive support and feedback from others.” View full resource at thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com
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Foreskin May Be Reservoir for HPV:
health.msn.com — “Foreskin May Be Reservoir for HPV:” View full resource at health.msn.com
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Foreskin May Be Reservoir for HPV: http://on-msn.com/lXdhiC
The HPV Support Network
thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com — “A site for individuals to share their stories about life with HPV, concerns about HPV diagnosis and treatment, and to receive support and feedback from others.” View full resource at thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com
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The HPV Support Network
thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com — “A site for individuals to share their stories about life with HPV, concerns about HPV diagnosis and treatment, and to receive support and feedback from others.” View full resource at thehpvsupportnetwork.blogspot.com
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HPV | HealthGuru
sex.healthguru.com — “Did you know that there is an STD that causes cancer? Certain strains of HPV, can cause cervical cancer in women, and both men and women can get genital warts after they contract the human papillomavirus.” View full resource at sex.healthguru.com
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Health Leader - HPV
uthealthleader.org — “As recently as late October 2011, an advisory committee of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) made national headlines when it recommended that middle school-aged boys also be routinely vaccinated to protect against human papillomavirus (HPV) – the same recommendation the committee gave five years before for middle school-aged girls to protect against cervical cancer from HPV.” View full resource at uthealthleader.org
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HealthLeader: UTHealth experts address issues surrounding HPV, the most common sexually transmitted disease in the US: http://t.co/hkGHI6OO
HPV: To test or not to test - RDH
rdhmag.com — “ The dental practitioner has a responsibility to examine and assess the oral tissue status of all patients. ” View full resource at rdhmag.com
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Gyno Gab: HPV Transmission
gynogab.blogspot.com — “All things gynecology, obstetrics, endometrial ablations, libido, infertility, breast disease, STDs, urinary tract disease, IUDs, endometriosis, nutrition, and women's health, with the latest on women's health clinical research trials. Your questions, my thoughts, the buzz on what's new and in the news by a Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist.” View full resource at gynogab.blogspot.com
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HPV Transmission http://t.co/d71EV20T
Gyno Gab: HPV Transmission
gynogab.blogspot.com — “All things gynecology, obstetrics, endometrial ablations, libido, infertility, breast disease, STDs, urinary tract disease, IUDs, endometriosis, nutrition, and women's health, with the latest on women's health clinical research trials. Your questions, my thoughts, the buzz on what's new and in the news by a Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist.” View full resource at gynogab.blogspot.com
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How do we get HPV from sex: new information http://t.co/QtoMD0JF
What is HPV?: The Human Papillomavirus
sex-education.suite101.com — “Be aware of the most common sexually transmitted disease affecting the public today. Learn what you can do to help prevent it.” View full resource at sex-education.suite101.com
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HPV vaccination updates
news-medical.net — “Texas Governor Rick Perry's GOP rivals sharply criticized him during Wednesday night's debate over his 2007 executive order mandating that teenage girls be vaccinated to prevent cervical cancer. The move had drawn strong opposition at the time from social conservatives and was later overturned by the state Legislature.” View full resource at news-medical.net
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Oral HPV | Video - ABC News
abcnews.go.com — “Dr. Karen Boyle discusses new data on oral HPV rates.” View full resource at abcnews.go.com
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Oral HPV: Dr. Karen Boyle discusses new data on oral HPV rates. http://t.co/BlqWvStb
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Adam J. Flisser, MD
Dr. Adam Flisser graduated cum laude from Princeton University and from the New York University School of Medicine. Following training in Ob/Gyn at Mount Sinai Medical Center, he completed a Fellowship in Urogynecology at the Urocenter of New York, and returned to the Mount Sinai Faculty as the Director of the Division of Urogynecology. He entered private practice in 2003.
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OrganizedWisdom HPV
Organizing HPV resources shared by health experts, advocates, and organizations into WisdomCards.
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Ms Bonnie Diraimondo - #HPVAdvocate
HPV,the most common STI causing numerous cancers including cervical, anal, and head/neck to name a few. Learn more about this virus, your life may depend on it.
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