Anon - If you haven't done so yet I would suggest reading this thread from the first page as you'll find a lot of helpful information. Dealing with HPV can be very confusing for a number of reasons. First, it's not one virus, there are some 100 strains of HPV. Second, while the external symptoms may clear up the virus can remain dormant in the body and be passed on years after the initial infection. Here's how Planned Parenthood puts it: Although most HPV infections go away within 8 to 13 months, some will not. HPV infections that do not go away can "hide" in the body for years and not be detected. That's why it is impossible to know exactly when someone got infected, how long they've been infected, or who passed the infection to them.
Yes, you should get tested again. HPV can lead to cervical cancer and it's important for your health to stay on top of this. It will also help to learn more about HPV and the preventive measures you need to take for the sake of your health, and that of your partner. http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/stds-hiv-safer-sex/hpv-4272.htm
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Anon - If you haven't done so yet I would suggest reading this thread from the first page as you'll find a lot of helpful information. Dealing with HPV can be very confusing for a number of reasons. First, it's not one virus, there are some 100 strains of HPV. Second, while the external symptoms may clear up the virus can remain dormant in the body and be passed on years after the initial infection. Here's how Planned Parenthood puts it: Although most HPV infections go away within 8 to 13 months, some will not. HPV infections that do not go away can "hide" in the body for years and not be detected. That's why it is impossible to know exactly when someone got infected, how long they've been infected, or who passed the infection to them.
Yes, you should get tested again. HPV can lead to cervical cancer and it's important for your health to stay on top of this. It will also help to learn more about HPV and the preventive measures you need to take for the sake of your health, and that of your partner. http://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-topics/stds-hiv-safer-sex/hpv-4272.htm
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