Understanding HPV Vaccine Protection and Ongoing Risks for Women
Questions about the cervical cancer vaccine? I started receiving the nine-valent HPV vaccine in November 2016, and after completing the second dose in May 2017, I engaged in sexual intercourse (with a condom). I would like to know if the vaccine provided sufficient antibodies to ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, the examination results are all normal, and there should be no warts. Don't worry. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Vaccine Protection and Ongoing Risks for Women
Concerns About Baby's Infection Risk After HPV Diagnosis
Worried about the baby getting infected! I am currently five months postpartum and have recently been diagnosed with genital warts! However, there are no warts in the vaginal area. I did not have any warts during delivery, but I am worried that I might have been infected at that ...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
Generally speaking, if there are no symptoms after 5 months, the likelihood of being infected is low. Oral testing is not an effective method, and it is recommended to continue monitoring.[Read More] Concerns About Baby's Infection Risk After HPV Diagnosis
Understanding HPV Transmission Risks: Kissing and Shared Drinks
Cauliflower transmission issues? I'm not a doctor, but I can provide some information based on your questions. If your ex-girlfriend does not have visible genital warts (condyloma) in her mouth, the risk of transmission through kissing or sharing drinks is significantly lowe...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection that can be transmitted through contact with infected areas on any part of the body. There have been previous cases of warts appearing in the throat and on the vocal cords. 2. Keloid predisposition does not affect ...[Read More] Understanding HPV Transmission Risks: Kissing and Shared Drinks
Can You Get HPV from Trying on Tight Pants? Understanding Risks and Vaccination
Cauliflower transmission试穿 Wearing tight-fitting pants over underwear while trying them on in a store does not pose a significant risk of contracting genital warts (caused by HPV). There have been no documented cases of transmission in such scenarios. If you have received the nin...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, generally, it should not be the case; after vaccination, there should be some level of protection. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Get HPV from Trying on Tight Pants? Understanding Risks and Vaccination
Understanding the Link Between HPV, Cervical Dysplasia, and Vaccination
Is there a correlation between cauliflower and cervical cancer? Hello Dr. Chang, I have a question regarding my girlfriend who is 28 years old. This year, she was diagnosed with HPV types 6 and 56. I understand that type 6 is associated with genital warts. She has been undergoing...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the human papillomavirus (HPV) often presents with multiple strains co-infecting simultaneously. The reports you mentioned generally do not indicate the need for major surgery at this stage. Based on your description, it is advisable to wait for the biopsy results and then...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between HPV, Cervical Dysplasia, and Vaccination
Medication Inquiry for Managing HPV Warts in Women
Medication Inquiry My girlfriend has warts and applied TCA (trichloroacetic acid) for one day but then stopped for a day. I would like to know if she should restart the treatment for three days or if two days would be sufficient. The lesions are small and only on the surface. If ...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. For medication issues, please refer to the medication instructions or consult with a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology for evaluation and advice. 2. The HPV vaccine can be administered, and literature indicates that it may reduce the recurrence rate of genital warts.[Read More] Medication Inquiry for Managing HPV Warts in Women
Understanding HPV Infection in Long-Term Monogamous Relationships
Why would a monogamous partner get infected with genital warts? I would like to ask the doctor: I went for a gynecological check-up on September 22 and found out I have genital warts. I have been with my boyfriend for over 7 years, and we have been each other's only sexual p...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. Cauliflower is a sexually transmitted infection. 2. Treatment options for human papillomavirus (HPV) infection include topical ointments, cryotherapy, electrosurgery, and vaccination. Additionally, comprehensive health education is essential, and it is recommended to consult...[Read More] Understanding HPV Infection in Long-Term Monogamous Relationships
Understanding HPV Infection and Vaccination: Key Insights for Women's Health
HPV Infection and Vaccine 1. If the incubation period does not allow for determining whether there is an infection (1. primarily asking about genital warts 2. other types of HPV), can a person with good immunity clear the virus on their own? 2. Similarly, if there are no sympto...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, if you have a viral infection and your immune system is strong, you may not necessarily show symptoms. Antibodies from vaccination take time to develop. If there has been no recurrence for three months, you should be considered recovered. Getting vaccinated can also help p...[Read More] Understanding HPV Infection and Vaccination: Key Insights for Women's Health
Can You Undergo Electrocautery for Warts During Menstruation?
Is it safe to use electrocautery for cauliflower during menstruation? Can tampons be used when experiencing cauliflower? Hello Dr. Wu: Yesterday, I was diagnosed with genital warts (there are two near the anal area, and the doctor said the vagina is currently clear). The clinic I...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
1. I originally planned to undergo electrocautery next week, but my period started today. Should I wait until my period is over before proceeding with the electrocautery? A: It is recommended to wait until after your period ends to undergo electrocautery. 2. Is it not advisable ...[Read More] Can You Undergo Electrocautery for Warts During Menstruation?
Understanding Low-Risk HPV: Implications for Male and Female Fertility
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) type 6 and type 11 associated with genital warts? Hello doctor, I am a male and recently discovered that I have genital warts, which is a low-risk type of HPV infection. I have had unprotected sex in the past. If my girlfriend becomes pregnant and is al...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the presence of any infections in pregnant women should be evaluated and confirmed by the obstetrician. However, it is still possible to continue the pregnancy. If an infection is confirmed and the lesion is not located in the birth canal, it does not affect vaginal delive...[Read More] Understanding Low-Risk HPV: Implications for Male and Female Fertility
Understanding Vaginal Growths: Causes and Concerns for Women
Genital issues Hello, I recently noticed two small flesh-like growths at the vaginal opening. They are not painful and I don't feel any discomfort, but I'm unsure how they appeared. Could you please advise what the possible causes might be? Could it be genital warts or ...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is advisable to go to the hospital for an examination to determine if there are any issues. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Growths: Causes and Concerns for Women
Should I Take My Girlfriend to a Specialist for Vestibular Papillomatosis?
Your girlfriend has a vestibular papillomatosis condition (also known as pseudo-condyloma). What should I do? Hello doctor, my girlfriend has small, soft, symmetrical growths on her vestibule that resemble what is described online as vestibular papillomatosis. However, two gyneco...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, a definitive diagnosis cannot be confirmed. The identification of warts relies on the appearance of the lesions, the site of infection, and confirmation through biopsy of the lesions. It is recommended to schedule an examination at a gynecology c...[Read More] Should I Take My Girlfriend to a Specialist for Vestibular Papillomatosis?
Understanding Recurring Genital Warts: Causes and Treatment Options
Cauliflower recurrence Hello, doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask. 1. A few months ago, I discovered that I had genital warts and underwent electrosurgery once (at that time, there were only one or two warts, and I thought electrosurgery was the most effective me...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the current treatment methods for genital warts include various options such as cryotherapy, electrocautery, topical medications, and laser therapy. These treatments are limited to removing visible warts and do not eliminate the virus entirely, with a recurrence rate of ab...[Read More] Understanding Recurring Genital Warts: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Genital Warts: HPV, Cervical Cancer Risks, and Prevention
I have cauliflower, and I have many questions? 1. Is having genital warts a precursor to cervical cancer? 2. If genital warts are treated, can one receive the nine-valent HPV vaccine? 3. Are women with genital warts at a higher risk for cervical cancer, and what preventive me...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, having cauliflower (condyloma) does not necessarily mean there is an infection in the cervix. It may be advisable to perform a cervical HPV test. If the result is negative, you might consider receiving the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Genital Warts: HPV, Cervical Cancer Risks, and Prevention
Normal Pap Smear but New Lip Bump: Is It HPV?
The Pap smear results are normal, but there is a sudden growth on the labia? Hello doctor, I had a Pap smear in early July, and the results were normal with no HPV virus detected. After the test, I had no sexual intercourse at all, but last week, I developed a small white bump on...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit an obstetrician-gynecologist for an examination. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Normal Pap Smear but New Lip Bump: Is It HPV?
Understanding Pap Smears and Their Role in HPV Risk Assessment
Pap smear and cauliflower? Hello Dr. Wu: Two years ago, I had unprotected sexual intercourse, and I recently learned that the incubation period for genital warts can be several months. However, I had a Pap smear done last year, and the results showed no abnormalities. Therefore, ...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
It is necessary to undergo HPV testing to confirm whether there is an infection with the virus.[Read More] Understanding Pap Smears and Their Role in HPV Risk Assessment
Understanding Vaginal Bumps: Causes, Concerns, and Treatments
Vaginal issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about something that has appeared near my labia, resembling small pimples or rashes. They are not painful or itchy, and they have been growing straight down in small numbers and are not very large. I'm not sure if this could ...
Dr. Wu Xianghui Reply:
Vaginal infections can cause abnormal discharge, itching, fever, and lower abdominal pain, which are among the most common symptoms in women. The causes are varied, and treatment methods should be accompanied by comprehensive health education. It is recommended to consult a speci...[Read More] Understanding Vaginal Bumps: Causes, Concerns, and Treatments
Confusion Over HPV Diagnosis: Understanding Asymptomatic Genital Warts
I feel inexplicably diagnosed with genital warts? In May of this year, I underwent a Pap smear, which revealed abnormalities. Following that, I had a human papillomavirus (HPV) test that identified me as having HPV type 59. Subsequently, I had a colposcopy with biopsy and was inf...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to consult a hospital with your pathology report. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Confusion Over HPV Diagnosis: Understanding Asymptomatic Genital Warts
Understanding HPV: Was My Recent Diagnosis a Hidden Infection?
Cauliflower inquiry Last May, HPV types 51 and 58 were detected in my test. This month, I went for a gynecological examination and was confirmed to have genital warts. Is it possible that this is due to a virus that was hidden and not detected last year, or could it be a new infe...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is possible that it was an infection this year. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV: Was My Recent Diagnosis a Hidden Infection?
Understanding HPV: What to Do After Your Partner's Diagnosis
Sexually transmitted infection - boyfriend infected with genital warts? A few days ago, my boyfriend noticed a lump in his anus while taking a shower. After examination, it was found to be genital warts. He has undergone laser treatment and received the vaccine, and he will retur...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, it is best to visit a gynecologist for an examination. If possible, getting vaccinated would be even better. It is important to use protection during sexual intercourse, as other risks should be minimal. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV: What to Do After Your Partner's Diagnosis