HPV is the acronym for human papillomavirus . Among viral infections, those due to HPV are among the most common. HPV is responsible for the most common sexually transmitted infection; It is estimated that during their life 90% of unvaccinated people become infected. HPV is not a single virus. It is a group of several virus genotypes (also referred to as virus types). More than 100 types of human papilloma virus are known, and they identified by numbers. HPV causes anogenital warts, which medical term is condyloma, and various forms of cancer. However, it is possible to be a carrier of HPV and never develop any symptoms or disease . Author : Saraiva da Cunha Sources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Human papillomavirus (HPV). Palenfsky JM. Cox T. Patient education: Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine (beyond the basics) . Meet the infectious diseases clinical team from Hospital da Luz network The content published in the Health Guide is intended for the general public and is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace individual medical assessment, diagnosis, or personalized clinical advice from a qualified healthcare professional. The content is produced or reviewed by physicians and other healthcare professionals at Hospital da Luz and is based on the knowledge available at the time of publication or the most recent update, as indicated at the beginning of each item.
