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Other Health News Topics Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Other Health News Topics Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Studies Shed Further Light on HPV Infection and Anal Cancer in HIV+ People
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- Category: Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Published on Tuesday, 20 January 2009 13:12
- Written by Liz Highleyman
Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, which is common in both HIV positive and HIV negative people, can trigger abnormal cell proliferation. Some types cause warts, while certain "high-risk" types (e.g., 16, 18) can cause oral, genital, cervical, and anal cancer.
Anal Cancer Risk Remains High among HIV Positive Men and Women on HAART: SUN Study
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- Category: Anal & Cervical Cancer
- Published on Friday, 21 March 2008 13:58
- Written by Liz Highleyman
People with HIV/AIDS are at higher risk for precancerous cell changes due to "high risk" types of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. While invasive cervical cancer is uncommon in developed countries due to routine Pap smears, such screening is not yet recommended for anal cancer (though many experts believe it should be).
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