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What health problems does hpv cause? and can one partner have hpv and the other never get infected even if they have unprotected intercourse?

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HPV transmission: The answer is yes, but the virus of HPV is also transmitted when the lesions are not detectable, so even though a partner does not show actual evidence of infection, he/she most likely has the virus. In women, HPV can produce cancer (also rarely in men), so regular checkups (with blood tests) are advisable.

Answered 11/20/2017

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A member asked:

What health problems does hpv cause? and can one partner have hpv and the other never get infected even if they have unprotected intercourse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

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