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HPV Infection in Men: Causes and Risk Factors

Conclusion

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually trans viral infection that can result in various health complications including cancer. HPV in men can lead to penile and anal cancer. It is majorly transmitted through skin to skin contact. Men who have unprotected sex with multiple women, and gay and bisexual men are at a higher risk of getting infected.

References

[1] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/hiv-aids

[2] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/genital-warts/

[3] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anal-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20354140

[4] https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/oropharyngeal-cancer

[5] https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/penile-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/signs-symptoms.html

[6] https://www.verywellhealth.com/anal-papilloma-screening-47925