Can You Have Sex While Getting the HPV Vaccine? Key Insights
HPV vaccine and sexual behavior? Hello Dr. Huang, may I ask if it is safe to engage in sexual intercourse during the vaccination period for the cervical cancer vaccine? Does having sexual intercourse affect the efficacy of the vaccine? If someone has never had sexual intercourse ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Can sexual intercourse occur during the administration of the cervical cancer vaccine? Answer: Yes. Does having sexual intercourse affect the efficacy of the vaccine? Answer: No. If someone has never had sexual intercourse and does not engage in sexual activity during the vaccina...[Read More] Can You Have Sex While Getting the HPV Vaccine? Key Insights
Understanding Yellow-Green Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Yellow-green discharge Hello, doctor. After having intercourse with my boyfriend (without a condom), I notice a thick yellow-green discharge from my vagina. I would like to ask: 1. Is this related to my boyfriend's phimosis? (I never experienced this with my ex-boyfriend.) 2...
Dr. Huang Yiwen Reply:
Hello Ms. Alisa: 1. If a male has phimosis, it can easily harbor dirt and bacteria, which can lead to vaginal inflammation in females. If your symptoms occur only after sexual intercourse, then it is certainly related. However, it also depends on individual health conditions an...[Read More] Understanding Yellow-Green Vaginal Discharge: Causes and Concerns
Understanding the Transmission of Genital Warts Beyond Sexual Contact
Besides sexual intercourse, are there other possible transmission routes for cauliflower? Hello, doctor. Recently, I noticed a raised area near my vagina while showering. I have already seen a doctor, but the report has not come back yet. I would like to ask: 1) I have a boyfrien...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: Human papillomavirus warts (genital warts) are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, primarily transmitted through sexual contact. Infected areas include the genitalia of both males and females, the anus, and the throat (which is less commonly inf...[Read More] Understanding the Transmission of Genital Warts Beyond Sexual Contact
Understanding HPV: Questions About Warts and Follow-Up Care
Cauliflower Concerns Hello, a month ago I was diagnosed with genital warts and have been undergoing treatment for four weeks. Currently, I don't see the initial white bumps anymore, but there is a small pink raised area below the vaginal opening that is the same color as the...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
A month ago, I was diagnosed with genital warts and have been undergoing treatment for four weeks. Currently, I don't see the initial white bumps, but there is a small pink protrusion at the vaginal opening that matches the surrounding color. It doesn't feel hard like w...[Read More] Understanding HPV: Questions About Warts and Follow-Up Care
Understanding HPV Infection Risks and Testing: Your Questions Answered
HPV infection If I accidentally touch the faucet with my toothbrush while brushing my teeth and then use it in my mouth, is there a risk of contracting HPV? How likely is it? I previously saw a doctor and tested negative for HPV, but I'm not sure if it was done after the thr...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Brushing your teeth and accidentally touching the toothbrush to the faucet, then using it to brush your teeth, will not result in contracting HPV. The likelihood is extremely low. I previously consulted a doctor and underwent HPV testing, which was negative, but I'm unsure i...[Read More] Understanding HPV Infection Risks and Testing: Your Questions Answered
Concerns About Birth Control Pills and HPV Testing: What You Need to Know
Emergency contraceptive pill issues? Hello doctor, my girlfriend took birth control pills prescribed by an obstetrician for about 2 to 3 months around three years ago and has not taken them since. Will this affect her chances of getting pregnant when we decide to get married and ...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Your girlfriend took birth control pills prescribed by an obstetrician for about 2 to 3 months three years ago and has not taken them since. Will this affect her chances of getting pregnant in the future when we decide to have children? Answer: It will not affect her chances of g...[Read More] Concerns About Birth Control Pills and HPV Testing: What You Need to Know
Understanding the Risk of High-Risk HPV Infection from Hand Contact
Questions about high-risk HPV infections in the hands? Hello Dr. Huang: Four months ago, I had protected sexual intercourse with my partner, during which I touched her clitoris with my fingers (without inserting my fingers into her vagina) and came into contact with her bodily fl...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Four months ago, I had protected sexual intercourse with my partner, during which I touched her clitoris with my fingers (without inserting my fingers into her vagina) and came into contact with her bodily fluids on the condom. A few minutes later, I washed my hands. I would like...[Read More] Understanding the Risk of High-Risk HPV Infection from Hand Contact
Understanding HPV Risks from Oral Sex: Key Questions Answered
Oral sex and HPV-related issues? Hello Doctor: After researching, I understand that sexual activity can lead to HPV infection, and oral sex may also result in oral HPV infection, potentially leading to oral cancer. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. If I have under...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the inquirer: For oral infections, you can consult an otolaryngologist or a family medicine physician for an oral examination. Conditions such as nasal papilloma, dysplasia, and cancers (HPV types 6, 11, and 57); oral papillomas, warts, and common warts (HPV types 6 and 11...[Read More] Understanding HPV Risks from Oral Sex: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Your HPV Test Results: What to Do Next?
HPV test results Hello, I had a Pap smear and HPV test last week. The Pap report showed inflammation but is normal, and the HPV test was positive for type 58 (I had a test in 2015 that was negative for the virus). Do I need a follow-up appointment? I have the same sexual partner;...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
Last week, I had a Pap smear and HPV test. The Pap report showed inflammation but was normal, and the HPV result was positive for type 58 (I had a test in 2015 that was negative for the virus). Do I need a follow-up appointment? Answer: No follow-up is necessary; just repeat the ...[Read More] Understanding Your HPV Test Results: What to Do Next?
Understanding Brown Menstrual Blood: Causes and Implications for Fertility
Brown menstrual blood I had an abortion in June, and my menstrual cycle has been normal since then. However, in the last few months (December, January, February), my periods have been very regular but only consist of dark brown or brownish discharge. The only time I see red is th...
Dr. Cao Guotao Reply:
Hello, I apologize for not being able to provide a diagnosis based on your description. It is possible that there is endometrial adhesion. If there is no improvement, I recommend seeing a gynecologist. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Brown Menstrual Blood: Causes and Implications for Fertility
Preventing HPV Transmission: A Guide for Couples Planning Pregnancy
Cauliflower and Pregnancy Hello Dr. Wang, I am male. In August 2018, I was diagnosed with genital warts - HPV DNA testing showed HPV type 43. In October 2018, I underwent HPV DNA testing again, and HPV type 43 was no longer present, but HPV type 6 was detected. The previous genit...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In August 2018, I was diagnosed with genital warts, and the HPV DNA test showed HPV type 43. In October 2018, I underwent another HPV DNA test, which indicated that type 43 was no longer present, but HPV type 6 was detected. The previous genital warts had also resolved. In Januar...[Read More] Preventing HPV Transmission: A Guide for Couples Planning Pregnancy
Understanding Dark Brown Menstrual Blood: Causes and Concerns
Dark brown menstrual blood? I underwent an abortion in June, and my menstrual cycles have been normal since then. However, in the past few months (December, January, February), my menstrual cycle has been regular, but the flow has only been brown, very dark, or spotty. Only the d...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
In June, I underwent a surgical abortion, and since then, my menstrual cycles have been normal. However, in the past few months (December and January), my menstrual cycle has been very regular, but the flow has only been brown, very dark, or spotting. Only the day before my perio...[Read More] Understanding Dark Brown Menstrual Blood: Causes and Concerns
Understanding HPV and Skin Lesions: What You Need to Know
Cauliflower has some issues? Hello doctor, I discovered I had HPV type 11 on December 11 of last year, but there were no lesions. Then, last week, I noticed white, clustered, rod-shaped bumps in the perineal area. I consulted a physician who said they resembled pimples and advise...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
On December 11 of last year, HPV type 11 was detected, but there were no lesions. Then, last week, I noticed white, clustered, rod-like formations in the perineal area. I consulted a physician who said they resembled pimples and advised me not to worry and to apply an ointment. I...[Read More] Understanding HPV and Skin Lesions: What You Need to Know
Understanding HPV: Risks, Symptoms, and Testing for Women
Cauliflower Questions (1) If I used my friend's towels 4-5 times while visiting her house at the end of September and I'm unsure if I touched my private areas with them, what is the likelihood of transmission? (2) If I had a popped pimple on my back at that time and u...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
(1) I found out at the end of October that my friend has genital warts, and they only appeared in November. I visited her house to shower at the end of September and used her towels 4-5 times, but I'm not sure if I wiped my intimate areas with them. What is the likelihood of...[Read More] Understanding HPV: Risks, Symptoms, and Testing for Women
Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Solutions
Abnormal bleeding My usual menstrual cycle is about 30 days, and my period lasts around 7 days before it completely finishes. However, after my period in December, I expected my period to come in early January, but I experienced nearly a week of brown discharge without menstruati...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
The usual menstrual cycle is about 30 days, with menstruation lasting approximately 7 days until it is completely finished. However, after my period in December, I expected my period to start in early January, but I experienced nearly a week of brown discharge without menstruatio...[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Menstrual Bleeding: Causes and Solutions
Understanding HPV Transmission: Can You Get It Without Sexual Contact?
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Hello doctor, if both my girlfriend and I have never had any sexual contact with anyone of the opposite sex (from birth until now) and we have only had sexual contact with each other, is it still possible for us to contract the human papillomavirus (HPV...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is primarily transmitted through sexual contact. Infection occurs during sexual activity through contact with skin, mucous membranes, or bodily fluids. Additionally, contact with objects that have HPV on external genitalia can also lead to HP...[Read More] Understanding HPV Transmission: Can You Get It Without Sexual Contact?
Understanding HPV Types 51, 6, and 43: Treatment and Concerns
Regarding HPV and warts? Hello Doctor, last month I had an HPV test that showed I have types 51, 6, and 43. My cervical cancer report is normal, and there are no lesions from type 6. However, that doctor strongly recommended that I use Aldara (imiquimod) for early treatment of th...
Dr. Zhang Kunmin Reply:
Hello, the questioner: LedaMed is used for the treatment of human papillomavirus warts. Side effects may include skin irritation and related symptoms. It is recommended that if the diagnosis is uncertain, a biopsy can be performed for confirmation and to determine if treatment is...[Read More] Understanding HPV Types 51, 6, and 43: Treatment and Concerns
Persistent Yellow Discharge: HPV Concerns and Treatment Options
There is yellow discharge? Hello, doctor. I have been diagnosed with papillomavirus, and I have been experiencing yellow vaginal discharge for three years. Despite using the medication prescribed by the doctor every month, there has been no improvement. What should I do?
Dr. Lin Manying Reply:
Hello Ms. Wang: Regarding your inquiry, please regularly monitor your Pap smear and HPV status. If the Pap smear results are normal or the virus types are not high-risk (such as 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58, etc.), there is no need to worry too much. The Hualien Hospital of the Min...[Read More] Persistent Yellow Discharge: HPV Concerns and Treatment Options
Understanding HPV Types and Annual Screening Recommendations for Women's Health
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) The Pap smear showed inflammation, and the HPV test was negative for high-risk types 31, 33, 35, 45, 52, and 58. Should I not undergo further testing? The doctor only advised me to have a Pap smear and HPV test every year and to boost my immune system. ...
Dr. Huang Yuande Reply:
Thank you for your question. 1. If the Pap smear shows signs of inflammation, it is recommended to visit a gynecology clinic for treatment of the inflammatory condition. 2. If the HPV test is negative, annual Pap smears are sufficient. If the HPV test is positive, you may ask you...[Read More] Understanding HPV Types and Annual Screening Recommendations for Women's Health
Understanding HPV Risks and Pap Smear Recommendations for Young Women
Cervical smear and HPV issues? 1. Hello doctor, I am still a virgin, but I have engaged in genital rubbing with my boyfriend over our underwear (after which both of our underwear had secretions), and my boyfriend has performed oral sex on me. He also inserted his finger into my v...
Dr. Huang Jianzhong Reply:
1. I am still a virgin, but I have rubbed my genitalia against my boyfriend's through our underwear (after which both of our underwear had secretions), and my boyfriend has performed oral sex on me. He also inserted his finger into my vagina after wiping his hands with a hot...[Read More] Understanding HPV Risks and Pap Smear Recommendations for Young Women