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If i have hpv, should i abstain from sex with my husband until it's dormant? do i have to wait until my pap smears are normal again to get pregnant?

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Dr. Addagada Rao answered

NO Get it treated: Now , get your husband checked if he is also infected , speak to your doctor , and also for hpv vaccine ( for other three sub types ., at 26 you may be a candidate

Dr Sadoun agreed

Answered 2/22/2014

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A member asked:

If i have hpv, should i abstain from sex with my husband until it's dormant? do i have to wait until my pap smears are normal again to get pregnant?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Addagada Rao answered

Dr Sadoun agreed

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