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Re: HPV
From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Fri, 28 Feb 2003 14:11:02 -0600 (CST)
HPV without warts is typically diagnosed when you get an abnormal pap
and further testing can be done to confirm. More info on HPV can be
found at http://www.aldara.com but I do not think this is what you have
since paps are normal.
At Fri, 28 Feb 2003, kim wrote:
>
>I have recently been struggling with vulval/anal itch and urethritis for
>at least a year. I am married for seven years and did not experience
>any of these problems during the first six, only when we decided to try
>and get pregnant. My doctor cannot find any infection. Also, went for
>a second opinion, with the same results.
>
>I am somewhat confused as to the connection between HPV and vulval/anal
>itch. Do you need to see genital warts for HPV to be a possible
>problem? I have had pap smears faithfully every year, always normal. Do
>pap smears include HPV testing. If so, are they always accurate.
>
>I appreciate any assistance you can give....I'm at the end of my rope!
>
>Thanks.
>
>--
>desperate
>
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