Understanding HPV Screening: High-Risk vs. Low-Risk Types in Women
Types of HPV Screening in Obstetrics and Gynecology Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if the HPV tests commonly offered in obstetrics and gynecology primarily detect high-risk types. I previously took my girlfriend for a Pap smear and HPV test, and the report indicated normal re...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, regardless of whether you are in a high-risk or low-risk group, testing is recommended. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Screening: High-Risk vs. Low-Risk Types in Women
Understanding HPV Vaccine: Efficacy, Risks, and Next Steps for Women
HPV vaccine questions Hello, doctor. I received the HPV vaccine after giving birth in 2015 (I can't remember if it was the bivalent or quadrivalent vaccine). I would like to ask you: 1. Can I still get genital warts if I have been vaccinated? 2. About a month ago, I accident...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of contracting cauliflower (likely referring to genital warts) should be low. If there is an infection, it is advisable to see a gynecologist for an examination. As for the 9-valent vaccine, it should not be necessary to receive another dose. Wishing you goo...[Read More] Understanding HPV Vaccine: Efficacy, Risks, and Next Steps for Women
Understanding HPV Types 51, 59, 66, and 81: Treatment, Transmission, and Cancer Risks
Infection types 51/59/66/81? 1. Do these types (51/59/66/81) require treatment, or can they be cleared by the immune system (after receiving the 9-valent vaccine)? 2. Can they be transmitted to a partner, or can a partner transmit them? 3. Is there a risk of developing cancer...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you have already been infected, and the effectiveness of the vaccine is limited. It is recommended to have a Pap smear every six months, and the rest will be monitored. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Types 51, 59, 66, and 81: Treatment, Transmission, and Cancer Risks
Understanding Cauliflower Virus: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment Options
Cauliflower infection If there is a known high risk of infection but no symptoms are present, what methods can be used to confirm whether one has contracted genital warts (cauliflower) after one to two months? Additionally, what are the prevention and treatment options? Does rece...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, whether the skin has a significant amount of tissue depends on the individual. If there isn't any, then it likely doesn't exist. If there is, the methods you mentioned earlier are applicable. However, if a vaccine is administered after an infection, its effective...[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Virus: Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment Options
Understanding Cauliflower Disease: Testing and Treatment Options
Cauliflower transmission issues? If your boyfriend has been diagnosed with genital warts (caused by the human papillomavirus, HPV) and you have had unprotected sexual intercourse approximately two months ago, it is advisable for you to get tested for HPV and other sexually transm...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there are no small growths on the vulva, it is likely that there is no infection. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Cauliflower Disease: Testing and Treatment Options
Understanding the Shedding of Papillomas: Is It Normal or Concerning?
Vestibular schwannoma detachment In February, I was diagnosed with genital warts, and at that time, there were lesions in the perineal area. Currently, I have undergone treatment and there are no lesions remaining. During that time, I also discovered a papilloma located slightly ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, you need to see a gynecologist for an examination to determine what the issue is. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Shedding of Papillomas: Is It Normal or Concerning?
Understanding HPV Type 58 in Monogamous Relationships
HPV infection in a monogamous partner? Recently, my husband was found to have genital warts at the urethral opening during an examination. I then went to the gynecology department for an HPV test, which came back positive for type 58. I would like to know if both my husband and I...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it's possible. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Type 58 in Monogamous Relationships
Can Minors Seek Private Medical Care for Genital Warts Without Parental Consent?
Juvenile cauliflower I suspect that I have genital warts, but after researching online, it seems more like a false alarm. It is itchy and uncomfortable, and I want to see a doctor for confirmation. However, since I am a minor, I would like to know if I can pay out of pocket for a...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it should be possible. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can Minors Seek Private Medical Care for Genital Warts Without Parental Consent?
Understanding HPV and Its Risks: A Guide for Couples After Treatment
Genital warts (condylomata acuminata) Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you: 1. If I have previously had genital warts, have been treated, and have received the 9-valent HPV vaccine, is there a risk of transmitting the virus to my partner after 5 months of no recurrence when w...
Dr. Chen Zhiyu Reply:
If there are future plans for pregnancy, please be sure to consult with an obstetrician-gynecologist. Most cases of genital warts are caused by HPV types 6 and 11. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding HPV and Its Risks: A Guide for Couples After Treatment
Understanding HPV and Safe Practices After Genital Warts Treatment
Genital warts My partner was diagnosed with genital warts at the end of August 2023 and underwent laser removal of the lesions. Since the wound has healed, there have been no visible new lesions. In early February 2024, an HPV DNA test (urine sample) was conducted, and the result...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if there are no visible warts, it should not have an impact. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV and Safe Practices After Genital Warts Treatment
Understanding the Transmission Risks of Cauliflower Disease in Families
Cauliflower transmission issues? Hello, I would like to ask if a family member has had genital warts, what is the likelihood of me contracting them after using the toilet they just used? Is the transmission of genital warts due to direct contact with the lesions and wounds, or ca...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Transmission Risks of Cauliflower Disease in Families
Understanding the Transmission Risks of Genital Warts in Family Settings
Cauliflower transmission issues? Hello, I would like to ask if a family member has had genital warts, what is the likelihood of me contracting them after using the same toilet? Is the transmission of genital warts due to direct contact with the lesions and wounds, or can the viru...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability is generally not very high. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Transmission Risks of Genital Warts in Family Settings
Understanding HPV Testing and Transmission Risks for Men
HPV Transmission and Testing Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about HPV screening for men. If there are no symptoms, does that mean the virus cannot be detected at all? Before I met my current girlfriend, I had unprotected oral sex with someone else, and I am very concerned abo...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it seems there is no infection. If your girlfriend does not have any visible lesions, there should be no issue. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing and Transmission Risks for Men
Understanding HPV Infection: Treatment, Risks, and Future Implications
Could you please provide more details about the HPV infection issue? Hello Doctor, I started treatment for HPV-related genital warts at the end of August last year (cryotherapy and topical immune-enhancing medication). After two months, the lesions were no longer visible, and the...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: 1. Cryotherapy and topical treatments have no significant effect on this condition. 2. If you have already been infected with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV), receiving the HPV vaccine afterward will not prevent or treat diseases caused by thos...[Read More] Understanding HPV Infection: Treatment, Risks, and Future Implications
Understanding Uncertainty: Is It Genital Warts or Something Else?
Uncertain if it is a cauliflower infection? Hello, I noticed two symmetrical small bumps below my vaginal opening yesterday. In the past, I experienced bleeding from injuries in that area during sexual intercourse with my boyfriend, so I thought it was just a healing wound and di...
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello: Please wait for the HPV test results, and also practice safe behaviors to prevent the transmission to others. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Uncertainty: Is It Genital Warts or Something Else?
Understanding Small Bumps on the Vulva: Causes and Concerns
Small nodules appear on the vulva? Hello doctor, about two months ago, while taking a shower, I noticed a few small bumps in the area between the vulva and the labia minora (they feel like a row of them). They are not clearly visible to the naked eye, but I can feel them. After t...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description of symptoms, it is recommended that you seek a physician's diagnosis and treatment if symptoms persist. Thank you! Wishing you safety and good health. Dr. Chang[Read More] Understanding Small Bumps on the Vulva: Causes and Concerns
Can You Get HPV from Trying on Underwear? Understanding the Risks
Risk of Transmission of Cauliflower (likely referring to a specific condition or disease related to cauliflower, please clarify if needed)? I would like to ask if, after trying on underwear that is currently on display, a customer confirmed the size and mentioned that they were w...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the probability should be low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get HPV from Trying on Underwear? Understanding the Risks
Understanding HPV Risks: Common Questions About Warts and Prevention
Cauliflower-related issues? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about the risk of contracting HPV (the virus that causes genital warts) in the following situations and the preventive measures: 1. If I share a washing machine to clean clothes and towels, and the laundry is not dr...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the pathways you mentioned are likely not significant. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Risks: Common Questions About Warts and Prevention
Understanding HPV Infection and Vaccine Efficacy in Women's Health
HPV Infection and Vaccine Hello Dr. Chang, Q1. It has been 4 months since my last safe sexual encounter, and I have not observed any warts or lesions. Additionally, I have not engaged in any sexual activity since then. Can I rule out the possibility of HPV infection? Q2. I re...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it is not possible to rule out whether there was a prior infection. If there was no prior infection, then vaccination would be effective in providing prevention. However, if there was a prior infection, the vaccine would not provide therapeutic b...[Read More] Understanding HPV Infection and Vaccine Efficacy in Women's Health
Understanding Labial Bumps: Could It Be Genital Warts?
Genital issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed a raised bump on the right labium majus near the mons pubis. It doesn't hurt or itch. Could it be genital warts?
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I have responded to the questions you raised. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Labial Bumps: Could It Be Genital Warts?