What should I do if infected with high-risk HPV?
Disease description:
I've had severe itching in the vulva for the past few days. While bathing, I noticed some small fleshy growths around the vulvar area. After a medical examination, the doctor said I was infected with high-risk HPV. What should I do?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Aiming
High-risk HPV infection can be treated with antiviral medications under a doctor's guidance. Commonly used drugs include ribavirin, ganciclovir, and interferon, which may be used in combination. If medication proves ineffective, physical treatments such as cryotherapy or microwave therapy may be considered. If the lesion has undergone malignant transformation, surgical removal of the cancerous tissue is necessary.
