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101a Sexually Transmitted Infections Series What is HPV infection? HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is a family of over 100 types of viruses that can infect …
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… or anus. How are they diagnosed? A doctor checks for genital warts by looking closely at … or anus. How are they diagnosed? A doctor checks for genital warts by looking closely at …
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… The content from ImmunizeBC.ca has moved to HealthLinkBC.ca/immunizations . You’ll find … Males who are street-involved Contact your health care provider to get immunized. … disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous …
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… months or years. If warts spread or cause pain, or if you don't like the way they look, … top layer of your skin and causes your skin cells to grow very fast. Warts can spread when … If you have diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, a weakened immune system , or a major …
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… nitrogen, around the warts to freeze them. You may have a mild or moderate burning … occurs in 1 to 3 weeks. After treatment, you may have: Irritation, soreness, or mild … to avoid sexual contact until the treated area heals. Why It Is Done Cryotherapy may be …
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… disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you …
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… done in a doctor's office or a clinic. The injection of a numbing medicine ( local … done in a doctor's office or a clinic. The injection of a numbing medicine ( local …
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Surgery Overview A laser can be used to destroy genital warts . Laser surgery may be done in a doctor's office or clinic, a hospital, or an outpatient surgery centre. Local or general anesthetic may …
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… to normal activities within 1 to 3 days after LEEP. Avoid sexual intercourse until the … to normal activities within 1 to 3 days after LEEP. Avoid sexual intercourse until the …
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… is a common infection that can cause a variety of cancers, no matter your sex, … of the most common types of HPV that can cause cervical cancer, other cancers, and … I don't think I'm at-risk of getting HPV. Why should I get vaccinated? HPV is very common. …
