In some cases, high-risk HPV can disappear on its own, this happens because the immune defenses help reduce the viral load. According to scientific studies, the inactivation of the virus can occur within a period of two years.
However, this does not occur in 100% of the cases. And in those people where HPV and its effects remain latent, it is important to request a medical evaluation.
Because beyond what the virus implies, this is an indication that the immune defenses are not optimal. Likewise, this can cause HPV symptoms to be even more intense and have significant consequences.
What is HPV?
The Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is the name given to a set of more than 150 strains of a virus that has been considered the most common within the group of “sexually transmitted.”
After years of studies, specialists determined that this group of viruses is lodged in squamous epithelial cells. Therefore, lesions appear on the skin or certain types of mucous membranes.
Types of cutaneous HPV
The so-called “cutaneous HPV” is characterized by the production of lesions or warts on the skin.
These warts can appear on the genitals and other parts of the body. Often these lesions correspond to low-risk HPV strains and usually disappear in a short time.
If warts from HPV do not disappear, perhaps the immune system is impaired. This may be due to other health problems such as anemia.
Types of HPV that affect the mucosa
These HPV usually produce lesions in the genitals. These lesions may appear in the external portion, such as the vulva or the superficial area of the penis.
The area around the anus can also be affected by the appearance of condylomas. On the other hand, lesions can also be lodged in mucosal regions, such as internal anogenital lesions.
Although mucosal HPV is more associated with the appearance of lesions in the internal genitals, there is also a type of oral HPV. In this case, the lesions can appear on the lining of the mouth or throat.
Something you should know about HPV that generates internal lesions is that it is sometimes associated with high-risk human papillomavirus. Therefore, it can generate cellular alterations.
How is HPV contracted?
As I have mentioned, there are two types of HPV: HPV that affects the mucosa (genitals) and HPV that affects the skin. They are also related to high-risk and low-risk HPV.
In the case of mucosal or genital HPV, the means of contagion is done directly by coming into contact with the mucosa, something that occurs in sexual interaction. Likewise, it applies in the case of vaginal, anal, or oral sex.
An important myth is that HPV is transmitted through blood, you should know that this is false. On the other hand, it can be transmitted by coming into contact with an object that has mucous remnants, such as sex toys or very intimate elements.
These were some tips to help you know how to deal with HPV. However, there is much more you need to do if you really want to get rid of HPV and warts forever.
What you need to do is GET RID OF THE ROOT of the problem.
For that reason, I recommend you to look into Dr. Kirkland's story and how he was able to cure HPV and get rid of warts for good.
What does positive high-risk HPV mean?
If you have undergone an HPV test and the test has been “positive,” and they have also indicated that the infection has occurred with a strain classified as high-risk HPV, then this poses a possible risk of developing some type of cancer in the future.
In the case of women, it is essential to undergo more advanced studies to assess the level of this risk. For example, it can be seen if cellular changes have already arisen and with this initiate a prevention plan.
Keep in mind that positive high-risk HPV is not an indication that you have cancer, but it is a wake-up call regarding this.
What happens if I have high-risk HPV?
High-risk HPV is an indication of an increased probability that the Human Papillomavirus will generate or develop a precancerous lesion.
As I have mentioned, positive high-risk HPV does not mean that someone has cancer, but it does give references to the increase of this risk.
According to scientific research, there are more than 14 types of high-risk HPV, such as the following: HPV 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 66, and 68.
How to eliminate high-risk HPV?
There is no identified clinical method to get rid of high-risk HPV. Being a virus, it is the body that must take care of reducing its effects or even fighting the virus.
However, in the face of preventing the consequences of HPV, there are several interesting measures. There are also some treatments for HPV warts.
In the case of women, screening studies such as cytology help identify cellular alterations to know in time the existence of cancer or to prevent its development.
To eliminate high-risk HPV there are no official drugs. However, the doctor may suggest increasing antioxidants and certain types of vitamins to improve the immune response.
When is HPV worrying?
When HPV generates cellular alterations it is worrying, it occurs in men and women.
However, the latter group tends to be a little more vulnerable in this regard. And this has to do with the fact that many cases of cervical cancer are associated with the Human Papillomavirus.
What happens if HPV persists?
If HPV does not disappear and the lesions continue to appear or resist treatments, then it poses a risk.
And it poses a risk because in the future, as I already indicated, it could generate cancer if periodic tests are not performed.
Lastly… what should you do if you have HPV?
These were some tips to help you know how to deal with HPV. However, there is much more you need to do if you really want to get rid of HPV and warts forever.
What you need to do is GET RID OF THE ROOT of the problem.
For that reason, I recommend you to look into Dr. Kirkland's story and how he was able to cure HPV and get rid of warts for good.
I wish you great success in your recovery!
Sources:
- https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/hpv/basic_info/index.htm
- https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/infectious-agents/hpv-and-cancer
- https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/hpv/hpv-and-cancer-info.html
- https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/stds-hiv-safer-sex/hpv/what-are-symptoms-hpv
Medically reviewed by Dr. Amy Wilson. Dr. Amy Wilson, born in the United States, obtained her medical degree from Lincoln University School of Medicine. Specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, she’s dedicated 15 years to women’s health, becoming a distinguished gynecologist and serving in various U.S. medical institutions.