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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

HPV is a sexually transmitted virus that can lead to not only cervical, vaginal & vulvar cancer, but also genital warts.

HPV is a sexually transmitted virus that can lead to not only cervical, vaginal and vulvar cancer, but also genital warts. More than 150 strains of the virus exist and range in severity, with some causing no symptoms at all and others being potentially deadly. HPV-16 and HPV-18 alone are responsible for almost 70 percent of all cervical cancers, as well as other cancers that affect the throat, anus, and genital areas. Cancers can take years to develop after an initial HPV infection.

Other than lifelong abstinence, vaccinations are the best way to prevent the development of cancers caused by HPV. The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion recommends that teenagers between the age of 13 and 15 should be vaccinated against HPV.

A Pap test can detect cancerous or precancerous changes to the cervix, but cervical cancer is the only HPV-related cancer with a screening. As a result, it’s critical for children, teens and young adults to receive this vaccination to reduce their risk for infection.

Women can be tested for HPV during a routine Pap test. Co-testing for HPV and cervical cancer allows for earlier treatment if done on a routine basis. Talk with one of our women’s health specialists about these guidelines to make sure you’re protecting yourself against HPV and cervical cancer.

  • Women under 30 should receive a Pap test every three years (every year), but they may only require HPV testing if abnormal results are found during the Pap test.
  • Women over 30 should receive co-testing for both HPV and cervical cancer every five years, or they can continue to receive a normal Pap test every three years (every year).

If you have questions or concerns about HPV, talk to one of our women’s health specialists, Robert (Bob) Chin, MD or James (Jim) DeRossitt, MD. Call today to schedule an appointment.

Call 870-630-9934 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chin.

Call 870-630-9407 to schedule an appointment with Dr. DeRossitt.

ASSOCIATED CARE
  • Women’s Health
  • Healthy Pregnancy
  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
  • Hysterectomy
  • Intrauterine Devices (IUDs)
  • Pap Smears
  • Pelvic Prolapse
  • Period Problems
  • Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  • Osteoporosis
  • Teen Gynecology Visits
  • Tubal Ligation
  • Women’s Well Care Visits
ASSOCIATED PROVIDERS
  • Robert Chin, MD
  • James P. DeRossitt, MD, MPH
ASSOCIATED LOCATIONS

Women's Health
902 Holiday Drive
Suite 103
Forrest City, AR 72335

Women's Health
210 South Rhodes Street
West Memphis, AR 72301

Women's Health
611 Julia Avenue
Wynne, AR 72396

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