WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 1999: Re: HPV

Re: HPV

From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Mon, 20 Sep 1999 19:37:16 -0500 (CDT)

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I am in the same situation as you. I found out about my dysplasia after starting a new relationship and am afraid of ruining things by telling him. I know I probably should tell him, but I'm also not sure where that will get either of us since this type of HPV has no effect on men and they really can't be diagnosed anyway. I don't have any profound insights into this problem, but I thought I would let you know that you are not alone. I would love for you or anyone else to reply with their thoughts on this because I worry constantly about it....

At Sat, 4 Sep 1999, Barbara wrote: >
>I was recently diagnosed with mild cervical dysplasia, presumably caused
>by HPV. My doctor did not discuss the ramifications of what to do about
>past and future sexual partners. Frankly, I would be too uncomfortable
>to talk to him about it anyway but it remains a concern of mine. I
>realize that it is ultimately an individual decision, but I'm wondering
>if there are any guidelines or recommendations about this. According to
>the CDC 'examination of sexual partners is not necessary'. Since the
>risk is primarily to the woman and the virus is relatively common, it
>seems their position is women need to take responsibility for their own
>health and get regular PAP smears. If anyone can give me any personal
>or professional insights, I'd appreciate it.
>
>--
>Barbara
>

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