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How long can hpv remain dormant in ones system? i had a recent issue with some genital warts and my partner and i have remained faithful.

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Dr. Paul Nowicki answered

Specializes in Gynecologic Oncology

Long time: Most people (~86%) are able to clear hpv from their system in 3 years. In rest it may remain for 10 years or longer. We don't know how to tell who's immune system will clear hpv and who is going to have it for a long time.

Answered 10/7/2017

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