Human Papilloma Viruses (HPV) are the leading cause of sexually transmitted infections. There are more than 100 identified types of HPV. While some types of these viruses cause infections, some types cause extremely serious conditions. The carcinogenic properties of infectious diseases are known.
HBVs are of special importance in the relationship between infectious diseases and cancer.
HBVs are of special importance. Cancers caused by;
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Cervix (cervix)
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Anal
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Vagina and Vulva
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Penis
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Oral and pharynx cancers.
The virus enters the human body at any time of life. The entry route is skin and mucous membranes. The virus can remain silent in the body for years. Some types of the virus are carcinogenic and the virus becomes active and causes cancer. Recent data have shown that HPV is responsible for more than 5% of all cancers.
HPV positivity is high during pregnancy. It is known that the HPV positivity rate varies between 45 - 50% during pregnancy.
HPV positivity in breast milk varies between 2 - 8%.
In the light of these data, the question of whether breast milk can be given to the babies of HPV-positive mothers comes to the fore.
The fact that breast milk has protective properties against infections and the low HPV positivity in breast milk supports the giving of breast milk.
However;
Although the transmission of this virus through breast milk is low, it is not clear whether it will be a risk factor.
What is the incubation period of the disease? The question has not been answered yet.
The studies conducted are extremely limited and the number of cases is low.
Deciding on this issue will only be possible with comprehensive studies.
In HPV infections. Many unanswered questions emphasize how important it is to protect from HPV infection.
How can protection from HPV infection be achieved?
Virus ;
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Skin
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Oral and nasal mucosa
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Conjuctiva
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It can be transmitted through the respiratory tract.
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HPV-positive mothers should be informed about the means of transmission and protection.
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Also, the importance of the HPV vaccine in protection is indisputable. There is no doubt that the vaccine administered to girls and boys after the age of 11-12 will provide serious protection in this regard.
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