Human papillomavirus
infection caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can infect the skin or mucous membranes (like the genitals, or inside the mouth) of humans. They cause warts.[1] Some of them may cause cancer. There are over 100 different virus types in this group. About 40 virus types can be transmitted sexually. About 12-15 can cause cancer.
Most cases of HPV can be prevented by a vaccine,[2] which also would stop the HPV from causing cancer. Most cases of cervical, oral and throat cancer are caused by HPV.[3][4] The HPV immunisation programme has almost eliminated cervical cancer in women born in England since September 1995.[5]
A first step in treatment is the use of salicylic acid. This is available in pharmacies, usually without a prescription. If this does not help, the wart can be frozen, and destroyed that way, or a laser can be used to destroy it. If this still does not help, different methods of chemotherapy can be used.
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