Human Papillomavirus Infection

Question 1

Causative Agent for Human Papillomavirus Infection

Answer 1

• Some cause Appearance of warts
• Others Grow on cervix (cancer)
• Cervical cancer = HPV: -16, -18, -31, -33, -35
• Vulvar or penile cancer

Question 2

Pathogenesis and Virulence Factors for Human Papillomavirus Infection

Answer 2

• Activate oncogenes
• Code for proteins
• Interfere with normal cell function
• Resulting in uncontrolled growth

Question 3

Prevention for Human Papillomavirus Infection

Answer 3

Avoiding:

• Direct
• Unprotected contact.
• Regular screening
• Pap smear
• Age 21 or within first 3 years of sexual activity

Question 4

Epidemiology for Gardasil vaccine approved in 2006

Answer 4

• Prevents HPV types
• Recommended for girls age 9
• Doest mean for girls to be sexually active, but to realize the dangers of sex

Question 5

Treatment for Human Papillomavirus Infection

Answer 5

• HPV is incurable

- Genital warts can be removed, but the virus remains