Question 1

what type of mutation would convert a proto-oncogene into an oncogene?

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Activating mutation: A protooncogene refers to a normal gene that can become oncogenic if it is overactive. There are many different types of activating mutations.

Question 2

what happens if cancer is when an oncogene becomes active, what if it mutates the other way?

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No change: The existence of oncogenes is universal and termed proto oncogenes.  When they mutate they help the cell to tolerate mutations that result in cancer.  There are no known instances when an oncogene reverts to a non active proto oncogene.   if the oncogene  is  shut off  where function is reduced or stopped, the cell can revert to normal.

Question 3

is an oncogene virus the same thing as a cancer virus?

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Oncogenic virus: Pretty much. A virus that causes a benign tumor in an animal is oncogene can but not a cancer virus.

Question 4

all about hpv 66.?

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+high risk HPV DNA: The international assoc. For research on cancer reclassified hpv-66 as a high-risk, carcinogenic type of hpv and rec. That it be included as part of routine screening in 2005. Guidelines rec. Testing for the presence of “high-risk” types of hpv as an additional diagnostic tool for equivocal or ambiguous cytology results. Used to det.Need for colposcopy/cervical cytology analysis for women >30yrs.

Question 5

why is hpv so common?

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Asymptomatic: Hpv is so common because many people have it without even knowing it - they have no symptoms of it.  And it's passed through sexual contact, so that makes for a very common std.

Question 6

what does hpv causes?

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HPV: HPV is the abbreviation for human papillomavirus.  There are several different types of HPV.  These virus are associated with genital warts and cervical cancer.  Check out this site for more info.  Hope this helps.  
http://www.cdc.gov/STD/HPV/STDFact-HPV.htm

Question 7

how can hpv be cured?

Accepted Answer

It can't be cured: But most of the time, it goes away on its own. In fact, in young women, almost all of the hpv infections clear up with no treatment. The problem is that not all of them clear up, and those that don't can go on to cervical cancer which is very serious.

Question 8

hpv can i die for it?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: The hpv virus typically causes genital warts and changes in the cervix. The cervical changes (dysplasia) are pre-cancerous. They often will spontaneously resolve or can be treated if they are persisting or getting worst. If left untreated, these changes can progress to cervical cancer which if untreated can result in death.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of hpv?

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of HPV include::   Genital warts, Warts, Cervical cancer, Mouth cancer, Anal cancer, Vulvar cancer, Vaginal cancer, Painless fleshy genital bumps, Genital itching.

Question 10

how to determine if i have hpv?

Accepted Answer

Tests: Testing for hpv is available as a reflex test or as an ordered test on routine pap smears. If anyone has had a wart anywhere on their body, they have one of the most common subtypes of hpv. Hpv has been reported in up to 90% of sexually active adults worldwide. It's importance is that certain subtypes cause cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer.

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