Understanding Male HPV Testing and Prevention: What You Need to Know
Male HPV Testing and Prevention 1. Hello, doctor. I have recently read many articles about HPV, and it seems that it is difficult for men to get tested for HPV, and they also do not easily show symptoms, while women are more likely to notice it. This makes me quite worried about ...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.[Read More] Understanding Male HPV Testing and Prevention: What You Need to Know
Understanding HPV Testing and Genital Warts: What You Need to Know
Cauliflower and HPV testing? Last week, my partner discovered a lump under my vagina after sexual intercourse. Initially, I didn't pay much attention to it, but later on Saturday and Sunday, I noticed cauliflower-like warts in the perineal area. On Monday, I went to see a gy...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: HPV testing can only indicate the presence of the virus in the area where the Pap smear is taken; generally, other areas that are not sampled cannot be confirmed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing and Genital Warts: What You Need to Know
Why Didn't I Get Warts If My Girlfriend Did? Understanding HPV Risks
My girlfriend has developed warts, but I haven't? 1. My girlfriend developed genital warts about two weeks ago, but I haven't shown any symptoms. Does this mean I have the virus in my body? We last had intercourse about a week ago, but we always used condoms. 2. My gir...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: According to professional literature, warts can develop more than a year after infection. Routine HPV testing is also considered for reference, and condoms do not provide complete protection. It is difficult to determine who transmitted the virus to whom. Wishing you good ...[Read More] Why Didn't I Get Warts If My Girlfriend Did? Understanding HPV Risks
Can You Transmit HPV Without Symptoms? Understanding the Risks
I am not sure if I can transmit genital warts to my partner? Hello, doctor. I previously asked you about HPV testing, and now I would like to know more about the situation regarding sexual activity that occurred eight months ago. I'm not sure if I have the wart virus, and du...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It's unclear whether there is a virus; I can only say that if there is a virus, it is possible, but the likelihood is much lower than having a lesion. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Transmit HPV Without Symptoms? Understanding the Risks
Understanding HPV Testing Accuracy in Men: What You Need to Know
Cauliflower test Hello doctor, I would like to ask about the accuracy of HPV testing in males. I had a self-paid test at a clinic about five months after sexual intercourse, and the result was negative. However, the doctor told me that the virus may not be detectable during the i...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: What method do you use to test for HPV?[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing Accuracy in Men: What You Need to Know
Understanding HPV Testing Accuracy for Urological Concerns
Cauliflower issue Hello doctor, I would like to ask about the accuracy of urine testing for HPV. I had a self-paid test done at a lab using the first morning urine, and it came back negative. However, recently I noticed two small white spots on both sides of the glans corona, nea...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Please seek medical attention.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing Accuracy for Urological Concerns
Understanding HPV Testing and Vaccination: Key Insights for Men
HPV testing and vaccine issues? Recently, my girlfriend tested positive for HPV types 18 and 51. I'm a bit worried about whether I might be infected and whether I should get vaccinated. However, when I consulted a urologist, the doctor said that there was no need for testing...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
Most HPV infections resolve on their own. Although it is associated with cancer, the incidence in males is relatively low, and the vaccine's efficacy lasts for about 10 years. Should one get tested? Should one get vaccinated? Personally, I do not have specific recommendation...[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing and Vaccination: Key Insights for Men
Understanding HPV Testing and STI Screening After Oral Sex
HPV infection, oral sex, testing? Hello, doctor. Two years ago, I had unprotected sexual intercourse and oral sex with my ex-girlfriend. As of today, I have no symptoms (no foreign bodies and normal urination). However, since I recently started dating a new girlfriend, I decided ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. No. 2. The HPV test itself is only for reference and cannot provide definitive results. 3. If an individual is very concerned, they may choose to get tested. 4. There should be sterility, and the chance of infection is extremely low. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing and STI Screening After Oral Sex
Understanding HPV and Its Connection to Warts: Common Questions Answered
Confirm whether it is a cauliflower-like growth, HPV inquiry? Hello, doctor. 1. Last week, I visited a urologist to check the white spots under the glans for possible genital warts. The doctor said they likely do not resemble genital warts and feel granular. I’m unsure how long...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The presence of genital warts does not necessarily indicate an HPV infection. If the warts are larger, they can be excised and sent for pathological examination for differentiation. Generally, the diagnosis of warts is primarily based on the physician's experience. En...[Read More] Understanding HPV and Its Connection to Warts: Common Questions Answered
Understanding HPV and Safe Practices After Genital Warts Treatment
Postoperative care for cauliflower (condylomata acuminata) 1. Two years ago, I had genital warts in the vulvar area, which were treated with electrosurgery. I have had follow-up visits and have not experienced a recurrence, but I am unsure if there is still a viral load in my bod...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Two years ago, I had genital warts (condylomata acuminata) in the external genital area and underwent electrosurgery. I have had several follow-up visits since then without recurrence, but I am unsure if there is still a viral load in my body. Does this mean I still h...[Read More] Understanding HPV and Safe Practices After Genital Warts Treatment
Understanding HPV 6 and Its Impact on Urological Health: A Patient's Guide
HPV type 6 positive +++ Hello Dr. Du, In July, my girlfriend had an abnormal Pap smear showing CIN3 and underwent further HPV testing, which revealed HPV 6 and HPV 16 positivity, along with the presence of lesions. She has already received laser treatment for HPV 6 and a cone b...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Opinions in academic articles are not always comprehensive and should still be based on the product insert. 1. Currently, there is no mention of booster vaccinations. 2. The vaccine insert is currently focused on prevention; it is intended to prevent infections from certai...[Read More] Understanding HPV 6 and Its Impact on Urological Health: A Patient's Guide
Understanding HPV Testing and Diagnosis for Urological Concerns
Regarding HPV testing issues? Hello, I would like to ask a question. At the end of last year, I discovered a round, slightly white, hard bump on the right side of my coronal sulcus. It is not small, and pressing it firmly causes some soreness. I visited a urology clinic, and the ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. If there is a lesion, a biopsy can be performed for diagnosis. 2. A biopsy will always provide a diagnosis. 3. Please discuss with your physician; there will definitely be a wound, and after healing, there will be a faint scar. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing and Diagnosis for Urological Concerns
Understanding STD Risks: Insights on HPV and Other Infections
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) related? Hello Dr. Du, I recently came across an article online written by a physician stating that a single instance of [actual] vaginal intercourse lasts about three to ten minutes, with a roughly 20% chance of contracting herpes. The same p...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: HPV testing methods can be referenced at https://www.hpa.gov.tw/Pages/Detail.aspx?nodeid=809&pid=4420. If the sample is not collected properly, it will affect the judgment, so it can only be used as a reference. The likelihood of infection still depends on the amount o...[Read More] Understanding STD Risks: Insights on HPV and Other Infections
Impact of Cervical Vaccination and HPV Testing on Genital Warts Recurrence
Treatment of cervical warts includes the administration of the cervical cancer vaccine and HPV screening? 1. If I have completed treatment for vulvar warts and am currently monitoring for any recurrence, would receiving the cervical cancer vaccine help prevent recurrence? Or is i...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You can refer to the package insert at https://info.fda.gov.tw/mlms/H0001D.aspx?Type=Lic&LicId=600010011. I have completed treatment for vulvar warts and am currently monitoring for any recurrence. Would receiving the cervical cancer vaccine at this time help prevent r...[Read More] Impact of Cervical Vaccination and HPV Testing on Genital Warts Recurrence
Understanding Different HPV Types in Couples: A Urology Perspective
Different types of HPV virus are examined? Hello, doctor. I have been infected with genital warts, and my wife has also contracted the infection. However, after undergoing HPV testing, my wife tested positive for HPV type 51, while I tested positive for type 39. I'm curious ...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Perhaps it is a previous infection.[Read More] Understanding Different HPV Types in Couples: A Urology Perspective
Understanding Recurrence and HPV Persistence in Urology
Possibility of recurrence or persistence? Hello Doctor, I underwent electrosurgery for genital warts in early August last year and started using LedaMed. Three months later (in December), during my follow-up appointment, the doctor said there was no recurrence (no HPV testing was...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
According to research, the human papillomavirus (HPV) may be cleared by the immune system within two years after treatment; however, there are cases where it remains latent in the body for a longer period. If a gynecological examination confirms that there are no lesions, fertili...[Read More] Understanding Recurrence and HPV Persistence in Urology
Is It Warts or Sebaceous Glands? HPV Testing After Unsafe Sex
I would like to ask if this is a cauliflower or a sebaceous gland? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The information provided here is for reference only and cannot replace a physician's examination or diagnostic tests. 1) It is difficult to identify; it is recommended to consult a urologist at a hospital. 2) The incubation period is variable; some reports indicate it...[Read More] Is It Warts or Sebaceous Glands? HPV Testing After Unsafe Sex
Can You Get HPV Infection from Saliva Splash in the Eyes?
Is there a possibility of infection if saliva from a patient with warts (condyloma) gets into my eyes? My brother was diagnosed with genital warts in early January this year and has undergone electrosurgery, as well as taking medication over the past few months. When he was first...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1) It is not possible; transmission occurs through skin-to-skin contact. 2) I have not seen it; the literature mentions a slight possibility of sharing towels. 3) Pay attention to your immune system. 4) It should not make a difference. 5) Warts may not grow back, but it is...[Read More] Can You Get HPV Infection from Saliva Splash in the Eyes?
Understanding HPV in Men: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Male HPV Infection Hello Doctor, last year I discovered a lump beneath my scrotum and, fearing it might be genital warts, I immediately consulted a doctor for an examination. After the examination, the doctor determined it was not genital warts, and I have not had it checked sinc...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Is it possible that genital warts on the scrotum could be caused by HPV types other than 6 and 11 (such as high-risk types found in my lab tests)? --> It is possible. 2. Is it possible for a wart to appear as a single lesion and not change for a year? --> Yes, ...[Read More] Understanding HPV in Men: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
Understanding HPV Testing and Concerns About Genital Symptoms
HPV testing issues? About two weeks ago, I underwent an HPV penile test, which was done by brushing around the genital area. Since then, I've been feeling anxious. The results recently came back negative, but I still examine my genitals closely and have noticed many white sp...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
Cauliflower requires a physician's examination; please visit the outpatient clinic. The risk of transmission through indirect contact is lower than through direct contact, but it is not completely impossible to transmit.[Read More] Understanding HPV Testing and Concerns About Genital Symptoms