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Human papilloma virus (HPV) is one of the most common causes of STD's in the world. There are more than 100 different types of HPV that exist, most of which are harmless to us. Around 30 types can be spread through sexual contracts. |
The most frequent type of HPV can cause genital warts. These are single or multiple bumps that can appear in and around the genital areas. For men it can appear around the penis and rectum and for women, around the vagina, cervix, and vulva (the area outside of the vagina). Many individuals who are infected by HPV show no sign of symptoms at all.
HPV can be categories as two types: high risks and low risks. Women diagnosed with high-risk of HPV will show an abnormal pap smear result, and could lead to cancers of the cervix, vulva, vagina, or anus. Low-risk HPV will also show an abnormal Pap smear results, but will not necessary lead to cancer.
For other swinging related STD's:
See other hygienic notes:
Swinging Hygiene | Practicing Safe Swinging
Kinds of STD's from Swinging Relationships
Common Signs and Symptoms of STD's
Prevention from STD's | Other Preventive from STD's Basic Tips on Keeping Healthy
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