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Can a low grade papillomavirus strain cause acetowhite lesions in the cervix and vulva? or just high risk strains?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Both : Hpv virus causes that type of effect. The exact strain is not relevant.

Answered 2/10/2015

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