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I've heard that oral cancer from oral HPV infection is on the rise. Is there an oral screening test for HPV, like a pap for your mouth?

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Evelyn Resh MPH,CNM (Certified Sexuality Counselor & Nurse-Midwife) answered

The answers you have already received are excellent and I would add the following: See your dentist every 6 months for normal preventative c...

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Does anyone have any experience or insight regarding LEEP procedures? I want to know what factors I need to consider before having it done.

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Bob Smithing, MSN, NP, FAANP (Family Nurse Practitioner) answered

LEEP is done for more invasive cervical disease or disease that involves the endocervical canal. Age is a factor to consider the younger you...

Should I get the HPV vaccination? Is it safe?

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Dr. Erica Zelfand (Naturopathic Doctor) answered

It depends, on both questions :-)

What is HPV?

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Evelyn Resh MPH,CNM (Certified Sexuality Counselor & Nurse-Midwife) answered

HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus, a sexually transmitted disease that is now endemic (wide-spread and commonly found) in both men and wo...

I've heard HPV can spread via skin-to-skin contact. What does this mean, and could I get HPV on my hand or other body part that comes into contact with the virus?

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Mandi Beman, M.D. (Obstetrician/Gynecologist) answered

Yes, you can have an HPV (human papillomavirus) infection on parts of your body other than the genital area. HPV is a common virus that many...

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No period for last 2 mos w/regular sex & pregnancy test was negative. What could be the cause? I stopped taking BC 6 mos ago & have HPV.

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Evelyn Resh MPH,CNM (Certified Sexuality Counselor & Nurse-Midwife) answered

My guess is you haven't restarted normal ovulation yet. Resuming your monthly period after having been on birth control pills takes a few mo...

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Can the HPV virus be spread via razor?

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Amy Levine, MA, CSE (Sex Coach & Sexuality Educator) answered

HPV is a viral infection that is transmitted through skin-to-skin contact. I don't believe there are any documented cases of HPV trans...

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