Be careful: HPV is fast spreading in Africa, it is deadly

HPV infection is caused by human papillomavirus, a DNA virus of the papillomavirus family. More than 170 types are listed.

A person can be infected with multiple types of her HPV, and the disease is known to affect only humans.

More than 40 species are spread through sexual contact and can infect the anus and genitals. Risk factors for persistent infection with STI species include young age at first intercourse, multiple sexual partners, smoking, and weakened immune function.

These species are usually transmitted by sustained direct skin to skin contact, the most common methods being vaginal and anal intercourse. HPV infection can also be passed from mother to baby during pregnancy.

There is no evidence that HPV spreads from common objects such as toilet seats, but the species that cause warts can spread from surfaces such as floors.

HPV is not killed by common hand sanitizers and disinfectants, making it more likely that the virus is transmitted through non-living agents called infectious agents.

The HPV vaccine can prevent most common types of infection. To be most effective, the vaccination should be given before the onset of sexual activity, so it is recommended to be vaccinated between the ages of 9 and he is 13.

Early detection of cervical cancer, such as a Papanicolaou test swab or examination of the cervix after applying acetic acid, can detect both early cancer and abnormal cells that can develop into cancer.

Screening allows early treatment with better outcomes. Screening has reduced both cervical cancer cases and deaths. Genital warts can be removed by freezing.

Almost everyone who is sexually active will have HPV at some point in her life. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) worldwide.

In 2018, there were an estimated 569,000 new cases of cervical cancer and 311,000 deaths worldwide. About 85% of these cervical cancers occurred in low- and middle-income countries.

The HPV vaccine can prevent most common types of infection. To be most effective, the vaccination should be given before the onset of sexual activity, so it is recommended to be vaccinated between the ages of 9 to13.

Screening allows early treatment with better outcomes. Screening has reduced both cervical cancer cases and deaths. Genital warts can be removed by freezing.

Currently, there is no specific treatment for HPV infection. However, viral infections are usually cleared to undetectable levels by the immune system.

The body's immune system naturally clears HPV within two years in 90% of cases.