Is High-Risk HPV Serious?

Generally, high-risk HPV refers to an infection with high-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV). If the infection is mild, it usually is not serious. However, if the infection persists, it may become more severe. A detailed explanation is as follows:

If a patient is infected with one of the high-risk HPV types, but the immune system effectively responds, and the virus does not cause apparent cellular changes, and regular examinations reveal no cervical intraepithelial neoplasia or more severe pathological changes, this condition can be considered relatively mild. Additionally, if the patient is young and has a strong immune system that helps fight the virus, the condition may remain mild.

Persistent infection with high-risk HPV types is the primary cause of cervical cancer and other malignant tumors. Long-term infection with high-risk HPV, especially without effective treatment, may lead to symptoms such as vulvar itching, vaginal bleeding, increased vaginal discharge, frequent urination, and urgency. These symptoms can disrupt the patient's daily life, affect quality of life, potentially progress to malignant tumors, and pose a threat to the patient's health and life. If the patient is young and has a strong immune system that helps fight the virus, the condition may remain mild.

In daily life, maintaining good personal hygiene, avoiding unsafe sexual practices, and enhancing immunity can help prevent HPV infection.