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A member asked:

Can you get high risk hpv in the cervix without intercourse but rubbing genitals? (virgin?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Low risk: Little or no risk, nothing to worry about. Get vaccinated against HPV.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/15/2021

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