YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for November, 2000: Re: Colposcopy needed--related to mycoplasm and vaginitis?

Re: Colposcopy needed--related to mycoplasm and vaginitis?

From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Thu, 2 Nov 2000 15:37:59 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 2 Nov 2000, Eve wrote: >
>Thank you for responding.
>
>I've had two bad Pap results in a row.
>My doctor just told me that
>I tested positive for the wart virus--I am assuming HPV.
>And this scares me. She did say that it didn't necessarily
>mean that I had warts. But since I did test positive,
>does this mean I have HPV? Because I have been having unprotected sex
>with my partner, I feel confusion on the source of infection. Is it
>possible that my partner CANNOT be infected? (I hope!)
>Also, is there any way to keep my vaginal tract clean
>and healthy to avoid future manifestations of other HPV strains if this
>is the case?
>
>I am going to get my colposcopy in two hours.
>Any comments very much appreciated.

I don't know if this is in time, but typically, this virus is acquired early in your sexual life, and you can assume that any sexually active person (male or female, now or in the past) has this virus as well. Like all permanent virus, it takes advantage of immune system downtimes, like diabetes, chemotherapy, pregnancy and so on to act up, so anything that you can do to improve your overall health is appropriate, such as proper diet and exercise, getting enough sleep and so on. None of these are miracle cures however, and there is no way of eradicating the virus from your body.

-- William D. McIntosh, MD, FACOG

This is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for consultation with, and examination by, a qualified medical professional.

Due to time and energy constraints, I will be unable to answer any personal e-mails. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

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