March 11, 2025 08:10 PM
Learn the health risks of HPV for men’s health, from penile cancer to aromarnagial cancer. The expert emphasized the need for proper vaccination.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of most types of cervical cancer. However, for a long time, cervical cancer is associated with women. But this can equally affect men. HT Lifestyle, Dr. In an interview with Monica Jani, gynecologist and maternity specialist, Bhanlal Amin General Hospital, Vadodara explained the health hazards of HPV in men’s health, “This pose a serious health risk for men. While many HPV infections are clear in themselves, some high -risk strains can give rise to various cancer and other complications in men. , Also read 80% of women ignore these early signs of cervical cancer: 4 things that want to know you
Types of cancer that can occur in HPV men:
Penil cancer: HPV is a major cause of penile cancer, which develops in penis tissue. However rare, it can be aggressive if not detected early.
Anal cancer: Male, especially weakened immune systems or which are engaged in equal-lingo sexual activity, are a high risk of rectal development due to HPV infection.
Auropharyngeal cancer: HPV is a major cause of cancer in throat, tonsils, and tongue (auropharyngeal cancer). These cancer are becoming increasingly common in men due to oral HPV transmission.
HPV can pose other health risk:
genital warts: Due to low-risk HPV strains (type 6 and 11), genital warts are non-cancer, but may be physically uncomfortable and emotionally disturbed. Also read HPV vaccine provides real benefits for men and boys; Reduces its risk of head and neck cancer: study
HPV transmission: Even though a man does not develop symptoms, he can carry HPV to sexual partners and transmit, leading to increased risk of diseases related to HPV.
Prevention Tips:
Dr. Monica Jani emphasized the need for vaccination to stay safe. “The HPV vaccine is highly effective in protecting the virus from the most dangerous strains. It prevents infection from HPV type 16 and 18, which causes most HPV -related cancer, as well as types 6 and 11, which causes genital warts. The CDC has recommended vaccination for both boys and girls at the age of 11 or 12, with catch-up vaccinations available for older teenage and adults, which have not yet been vaccinated, ”said the gynecologist. Also read Prevention of cervical cancer in men: Why HPV vaccination is important for men
Note the readers: This article is only for informative purposes and is not an option for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor with any question about a medical condition.
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