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Is there a test to see if there is latent hpv in vulva of a virgin? such as tissue test etc. could you pls answer if you are a gynaecologist?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No need for testing: HPV is sexually transmitted and acquired, almost entirely by intercourse, rarely by oral sex or hand-genital contact. Therefore virgins rarely have HIV and there is no need for testing. (I'm an STD and HPV expert but not a gynecologist.) You can be vaccinated to prevent infection with the HPV types that cause most health problems.

Answered 11/19/2019

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