Symptoms of women infected with HPV
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted disease. Once women are infected with the virus, they may have a variety of symptoms. Let’s take a detailed look at it from several aspects.
1. Vulvar itching and burning
After being infected with HPV, women may experience itching and burning in the vagina or vulva, which is usually caused by inflammation caused by the viral infection. You may experience varying degrees of pain, burning, and discomfort for one to two weeks after infection.
2. Warts around the anus
Some women infected with HPV may develop warts around the anus. These warts are called perianal warts. Each wart is usually only a few millimeters in size. These warts usually do not cause wounds or pain, but at least some may cause stinging or bleeding. Perianal warts are a common type of HPV, and a biopsy is recommended to determine whether they are the result of a viral infection.
3. Cervical cancer
Infection with HPV can also lead to cervical cancer, which often causes no symptoms until the cancer is in its advanced stages. Therefore, examinations and screenings are very important, especially in the first few years after a woman has sex for the first time.
4. Prevention and control measures
Today, there are several ways to prevent HPV infection or reduce your risk of infection. The most important means of self-protection are to practice sexual intercourse correctly and safely, wash the vulva frequently and limit contact with multiple sexual partners. You can also ask your doctor to conduct normal screening and diagnosis and prevent HPV infection through vaccination.
Conclusion
In general, women may experience various symptoms after being infected with HPV, and this virus may also cause serious diseases such as cervical cancer. To prevent this disease, women should practice safe sex and get regular screenings. If in doubt, you should seek help from your doctor as soon as possible so that you can control your HPV infection as soon as possible.
