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    cancer, oral and pharynx cancer in males. Tissue/skin of the penis is similar to the vulva so, both men and women, are at risk for multiple sexually transmitted diseases such as genital warts and lesions; the HPV vaccines can decrease these risks. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), genital HPV is the most common sexually transmitted disease and consists of nearly 120 strains. The…

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    The human papillomavirus that presents itself as warts can spread through the touching of skin. In response, Planned Parenthood advises people to avoid “sex play that involves skin-to-skin contact” (Planned Parenthood). The sexual play that Planned Parenthood include is “vaginal, anal, or oral sex” (Planned…

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    HPV Vaccine

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    I have shown that the HPV-16 and HPV-18 types cause around 70% of cervical cancer and HPV-6 and HPV-11 cause the majority of genital warts and this is what the vaccine protects against. I have detailed how the vaccine is created and how it does not contain the HPV virus itself therefore does not create a risk of infecting the recipient. I have discussed the history of the vaccine…

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    Zur Hausen received doctor reports that showed women with genital warts to develop cervical cancer. Zur Hausen was curious of Richard Shope previous work in the 1930’s that linked warts and cancers, Zur Hausen theorized that warts and cancers in humans were linked to a similar virus that Shope worked with. Zur Hausen began his research looking for viruses in genital warts. Through his quest Zur Hausen discovered HPV-6, but couldn’t link it to cervical cancer. Through…

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    Vulvovaginitis, Fungal (Diagnosis of, n.d.). According to Neistein (2008), laboratory tests, clinical findings, signs, and symptoms can assist the APN to determine if the diagnosis is pinworms, condylomata, acuminata/warts, genital Herpes, herpes genitalis, and/or herpes simplex, genital. Another diagnosis for perineal itching can be caused by an allergic reaction from soaps or unnecessary topical preparations such as feminine hygiene sprays or antibacterial soaps that change the pH of the…

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    The Gardasil Vaccine

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    Professor Ian Frazer and his team in Queensland discovered the simple technology behind the HPV vaccine in 1990. However it wasn’t until June 2006 that it was first released. Question 2: Both boys and girls are affected by HPV leading to cancers and genital warts. By receiving the Gardasil vaccine, boys are not only protecting themselves but also are helping to reduce the spread of the infection for girls. The vaccine is only effective if boys and girls receive the vaccine while they are…

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    herpes, genital warts (HPV) are caused by tanning beds. The third disease that can be caused by tanning beds is genital warts (HPV). “According to new studies, genital warts, a common sexually transmitted disease caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) can be contracted and transmitted through the use of tanning beds if and when proper precautions are not taken (Gayla).” Genital warts also called HPV is an infection that causes warts to appear on the body. Not only do tanning beds cause…

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    Cervical Cancer Essay

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    years). There are about forty types of HPV that can contaminate the genital parts of both men and women. Most HPV types causes no indications and go away on their own. But some kinds can cause cervical cancer in women and other fewer common cancers for example cancers of the anus, penis, vagina and vulva and oropharynx. Other types of HPV cause moles in the genital areas of both men and women called genital warts. Genital warts are not life threatening condition but they can effect emotional…

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    Essay On Hpv

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    life. It infects the genitals of men and women, can cause warts and cancer. Cervical cancer is generally associated with HPV. There is no cure or treatment but it can be prevented in the event that one was to contract the virus. Contracting HPV HPV is spread through sexual contact with someone who has the virus. Oral, anal and vaginal sex put you at risk of contracting the virus. Having multiple sex partners, who have multiple sex partners increases your risks. Contagious warts that can…

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    Human Papillomavirus

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    This allows for early treatment which results in better outcomes. Screening has reduced both the number and deaths from cervical cancer in the developed world. Warts can be removed by freezing (Human papillomavirus infection, n.d.) Trent also says that the Pap test is now emerging as an important screening test for men at risk for anal lesions. Men at risk include gay, bisexual men, and HIV-positive people. All…

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