What are the consequences of long-term HPV81 infection?

Mar 28, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhao Xiaodong

Introduction

HPV81 refers to human papillomavirus type 81, which is classified as a low-risk type virus. However, long-term infection may lead to consequences such as cervicitis, cervical polyps, genital warts, precancerous cervical lesions, and an increased incidence of anal cancer. After contracting human papillomavirus, regardless of whether the virus type is high-risk or low-risk, timely treatment under a doctor's guidance should be initiated to control the infection.

HPV81 refers to human papillomavirus type 81, which is classified as a low-risk virus. However, long-term infection may lead to various complications such as cervicitis, cervical polyps, genital warts, cervical precancerous lesions, and an increased risk of anal cancer.

1. Cervicitis

Although human papillomavirus type 81 is considered a low-risk HPV type, prolonged infection can weaken the protective function of the reproductive system, leading to inflammatory reactions in the cervix and vaginal areas. This may result in changes in vaginal discharge and symptoms such as itching.

2. Cervical Polyps

Persistent presence of human papillomavirus type 81 in the vagina or cervix may cause excessive mucosal proliferation, forming polyp-like tissue and leading to cervical polyps. These can cause irregular bleeding and thickened vaginal discharge.

3. Genital Warts

If human papillomavirus type 81 infection is not treated promptly, the virus may replicate extensively, causing multiple cauliflower-like red papules around the anus and genital area, resulting in genital warts. This condition is highly transmissible, including through sexual contact, and may also cause painful intercourse and foul-smelling discharge.

4. Cervical Precancerous Lesions

Long-standing infection with human papillomavirus type 81 may induce pathological changes in cervical epithelial tissues, increasing the risk of malignant transformation. Symptoms may include abnormal vaginal bleeding and vestibular pain, indicative of precancerous changes.

5. Increased Risk of Anal Cancer

Prolonged infection with human papillomavirus type 81 may allow the infection to spread to the anal region, causing inflammatory changes both inside and outside the anus, thereby increasing the risk of malignant transformation of mucosal cells.

Regardless of whether the HPV type is high-risk or low-risk, timely medical treatment under a doctor's guidance is essential upon infection to effectively manage and control the condition.

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