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Which hpv strain does not cause abnormal cells? i was told i have hpv but don't have abnormal cells and i had a regular pap smear. called me 2 times

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See below: Most women are able to eliminate the virus and do not have lasting consequences from the infection. You are young enough to get HPV vaccine and you should. Consult this site for more info on HPV. http://www.cdc.gov/STD/HPV/STDFact-HPV.htm

Answered 11/26/2015

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