Cervical dysplasia is caused by HPV, human papilloma virus, which is very common. It is estimated that 60-80% of sexually active individuals have been exposed to HPV. A few of those viruses are 'high risk', meaning they are more likely to lead to cervical precancer and cancer. Dysplasia is considered a precancer and needs to be followed closely. It is best to use a condom with sex to reduce the risk of exposing others to this virus (and likewise reducing the risk that you will be exposed to a different HPV type). If you are in a monogamous relationship a condom will not be of benefit, you are both already exposed to the virus, but if not, condoms, condoms, condoms.
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Cervical dysplasia is caused by HPV, human papilloma virus, which is very common. It is estimated that 60-80% of sexually active individuals have been exposed to HPV. A few of those viruses are 'high risk', meaning they are more likely to lead to cervical precancer and cancer. Dysplasia is considered a precancer and needs to be followed closely. It is best to use a condom with sex to reduce the risk of exposing others to this virus (and likewise reducing the risk that you will be exposed to a different HPV type). If you are in a monogamous relationship a condom will not be of benefit, you are both already exposed to the virus, but if not, condoms, condoms, condoms.
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