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Discussion about hpv should include the importance of HPV DNA testing coinciding with a routine Pap smear. Human papillomavirus is a double-stranded, circular DNA virus enclosed in an icosahedral capsid and comprising 72 capsomers. More than 150 types of HPV have been identified. Certain types tend to occur at specific body sites. The diagnosis is made on the basis of clinical findings. Necessary procedures are: paring and biopsy. Discussion about hpv should include the importance of HPV DNA testing coinciding with a routine Pap smear.

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About HPV

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HPV, Pap Smear

The primary clinical manifestation of the disease include common warts, genital warts, flat warts, deep palmoplantar warts (myrmecia), focal epithelial hyperplasia, and plantar cysts. Types 6,11,16,18, 31, and 35 are linked with the development of cancers, which are most commonly seen in patients with genital warts. Discussion about hpv should include the importance of HPV DNA testing coinciding with a routine Pap smear.

Other Topics: HPV, New HPV Vaccine, HPV Picture, HPV Male, HPV Virus and Cervical Cancer, Human Papilloma Virus, Human Papillomavirus, LEEP Surgery, Abnormal Pap Smear, Genital Wart

Dr. Joe Glickman, Jr., M.D.

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