A member asked:

Why do doctors say someone is "clear" of hpv when the person ceases to show outward signs of the disease? hpv is for "life" and cannot be eliminated.

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Primary vs secondary: People will often clear the primary stage of HPV within two years if they have a normal immune system. As you say, it then can hibernate in your body for life produce problems later. Your issue is with a difference in how you use terminology. Clearing the first stage is just that, it does not mean eliminating the germ.

Answered 5/1/2017

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