Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common viral infection that can affect the skin and mucous membranes, including the genital area, anus, mouth, and throat. Most people who have HPV do not develop noticeable symptoms, so it is possible to have and transmit the virus without knowing it. Some HPV types can cause anogenital warts, while persistent infection with certain high-risk types can lead to abnormal cell changes and, over time, some types of cancer.
Because HPV often causes no obvious symptoms, knowing what to look for is only part of protecting your health. Cervical cancer screening can identify high-risk HPV or abnormal cervical cell changes before they cause symptoms, while vaccination can help prevent infection with HPV types that are associated with cancer and genital warts. Screening recommendations can vary by location, including across Canada and its provinces.
If you are concerned about HPV symptoms, a genital growth, or an abnormal screening result, a healthcare professional can help determine whether you need an examination, screening, testing, or further follow-up.
What Is HPV?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of more than 200 related viruses. Different HPV types can affect different parts of the body, and some are more likely to cause skin warts while others can affect the genital area and are associated with certain cancers. Around 40 HPV types can infect the genital area, mouth, and throat.
What Does HPV Stand For?
HPV stands for human papillomavirus. It is not a single virus but a large group of related viruses.
Some types are considered low-risk HPV because they are unlikely to cause cancer but can cause anogenital warts. Other types are considered high-risk HPV because persistent infection can cause abnormal cell changes that may eventually develop into certain cancers.
How Common Is HPV?
HPV is extremely common. In fact, it is considered the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Canada and around the world. Many people acquire HPV at some point in their lives, often without ever knowing they had it because most infections do not cause noticeable symptoms.
The high prevalence of HPV is one reason prevention and appropriate screening are important, even when a person feels completely healthy.
How Is HPV Spread?
HPV is mainly spread through close skin-to-skin contact involving an infected area. It can be transmitted during vaginal, anal, or oral sex and through sexual touching, meaning penetration is not required for transmission.
Importantly, HPV can spread even when there are no visible warts or other symptoms. A person may not know they have the virus and can still transmit it to a sexual partner.
Having HPV also does not necessarily mean that the infection was acquired recently. The virus can remain unnoticed for a long period, which means the timing or source of an HPV infection usually cannot be determined from a new diagnosis alone.
What Are the Symptoms of HPV?
The most important thing to know about HPV symptoms is that most HPV infections do not cause any noticeable symptoms. A person can have HPV and feel completely well, which is why symptoms alone cannot determine whether someone has the virus.
When symptoms do occur, they depend largely on the HPV type and the part of the body affected. Some infections can cause visible anogenital warts, while high-risk HPV infections may cause cellular changes without producing any symptoms at all.
Does HPV Always Cause Symptoms?
No. HPV does not always cause symptoms.
Most HPV infections are asymptomatic, and many clear or become undetectable on their own within a couple of years without treatment. Because there may be no visible or physical signs, someone can have HPV without knowing it and may still transmit the infection.
This is particularly important when it comes to high-risk HPV. The types associated with cervical and other HPV-related cancers generally do not cause noticeable symptoms while they are causing early cellular changes. In cervical cancer prevention, screening is therefore important because it can identify HPV or abnormal cells before symptoms develop.
Common HPV Symptoms
When HPV does produce noticeable symptoms, anogenital warts are among the most recognizable. These are growths that can appear around the genitals or anus and may be skin-coloured, pink, or brown. They can be small or larger, appear individually or in clusters, and occur in more than one area.
Depending on their location, genital warts may cause:
- Itching
- Discomfort or irritation
- Minor bleeding
- Visible bumps or growths
However, not every genital bump is caused by HPV. Other skin conditions and infections can produce similar-looking changes, so a healthcare professional may need to examine a new or unusual growth rather than relying on appearance alone.
It is also important to distinguish visible genital warts from high-risk HPV infection. The HPV types that commonly cause genital warts are generally different from the high-risk types associated with cancer.
HPV Symptoms in Men and Women
HPV symptoms in men and women can be similar, but many people of any sex have no symptoms at all. The presence or absence of symptoms does not reliably tell you whether an HPV infection is present.
HPV Symptoms in Men
Most men with anogenital HPV do not develop noticeable symptoms. When symptoms occur, some men may develop anogenital warts, which can appear on or around the penis, scrotum, groin, or anus. Warts can also occur in locations that are difficult to see, including inside the anal canal.
HPV infection can also be associated with penile, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers in men. However, the precancerous and cancerous changes associated with HPV generally do not cause noticeable symptoms in their early stages.
HPV Symptoms in Women
Women with HPV may also have no symptoms. When symptoms occur, anogenital warts may develop around the vulva, vagina, anus, or nearby skin. These growths can sometimes cause itching, discomfort, or bleeding.
High-risk HPV infections can cause changes in cervical cells without causing pain, unusual discharge, or other obvious symptoms. This is why cervical screening remains important even when someone feels healthy.
What Does HPV Feel Like?
In many cases, HPV does not feel like anything at all. An asymptomatic infection may cause no pain, itching, burning, or other sensation.
When genital warts develop, however, a person may notice raised or irregular bumps and may experience itching, irritation, discomfort, or occasional bleeding. The exact experience depends on the location and size of the growths.
Pain, burning, discharge, or other genital symptoms do not automatically mean that someone has HPV. Several conditions can cause similar symptoms, so unusual or persistent symptoms should be evaluated by a healthcare professional rather than self-diagnosed as HPV.
Can HPV Cause Health Problems?
Most HPV infections do not lead to serious health problems and many resolve without treatment. However, some HPV infections can persist, and persistent infection with certain high-risk HPV types can cause abnormal cell changes that may eventually progress to cancer.
The health effects of HPV depend on the type of HPV involved and whether the infection persists.
Genital Warts and HPV
Some low-risk HPV types, particularly HPV types 6 and 11, are responsible for most anogenital warts. These types are considered low-risk because they have little association with cancer, although the warts themselves can cause physical discomfort or emotional and sexual-health concerns.
Anogenital warts can appear around the genitals or anus and may occur as a single growth or in clusters. They can sometimes be difficult to see, particularly when they develop inside the vagina or rectum.
High-Risk HPV and Cancer
Some HPV types are classified as high-risk HPV because persistent infection can cause changes in cells. If these changes are not detected and managed, a small proportion can progress to cancer over time.
The most well-known HPV-related cancer is cervical cancer, but HPV is also associated with cancers affecting other parts of the body. Importantly, having a high-risk HPV infection does not mean that a person has cancer or will necessarily develop cancer. Most HPV infections do not progress to cancer.
Which Cancers Are Linked to HPV?
Persistent infection with certain high-risk HPV types can contribute to several cancers, including:
- Cervical cancer
- Anal cancer
- Oropharyngeal cancer
- Penile cancer
- Vaginal cancer
- Vulvar cancer
HPV-related cancers generally develop after persistent infection causes cellular changes over time rather than immediately after someone acquires HPV.
This is one reason HPV prevention and appropriate screening are important: some HPV-related cellular changes can be identified before they become invasive cancer.
Does Having HPV Mean You Will Get Cancer?
No. Having HPV does not mean you will get cancer.
HPV infections are common, while HPV-related cancers are much less common. In many people, the immune system controls or clears the infection without treatment. The greater concern is a persistent infection with a high-risk HPV type that causes progressive abnormal cell changes.
For people with a cervix, regular cervical cancer screening can help identify high-risk HPV or abnormal cervical cells early, when follow-up and treatment can prevent progression to cancer. Screening recommendations depend on factors such as age, health history, and location.
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How Is HPV Diagnosed and Tested?
There is no single HPV test that is used to diagnose every HPV infection in every person. Testing depends on what is being evaluated. For example, cervical screening can use HPV testing to detect high-risk HPV, while visible anogenital warts are generally diagnosed through a physical examination.
It is also important to understand that HPV testing is not the same as testing for all sexually transmitted infections. An HPV test looks for specific HPV-related findings and is used in particular clinical or screening situations.
Is There a Test for HPV?
Yes, but the type of testing depends on the situation.
For cervical cancer screening, an HPV test can detect high-risk HPV in a cervical or vaginal sample. In other situations, such as suspected anogenital warts, a healthcare professional may diagnose HPV-related warts through visual inspection during a physical examination rather than using a laboratory HPV test.
There is currently no general HPV screening test recommended for asymptomatic men in Canada comparable to routine cervical HPV screening.
HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer Screening
For people with a cervix, HPV testing is an important tool for cervical cancer screening because it can identify high-risk HPV types that are associated with cervical cell changes.
A Pap test, also called a Pap smear, looks for abnormal cervical cells, while an HPV test looks for high-risk HPV. These tests answer different questions, although they can be used together in certain follow-up situations.
Screening practices are changing in Canada as more provinces move toward HPV-based screening. In British Columbia, for example, primary HPV testing has been introduced as the main cervical screening approach, with cytology used in specific follow-up or triage situations.
Is There an HPV Test for Men?
There is currently no routine HPV screening program for asymptomatic men in Canada that is equivalent to cervical HPV screening.
When a man has visible anogenital warts, a healthcare professional can usually diagnose them through a physical examination. The absence of visible warts, however, does not prove that HPV is absent because an infection can occur without symptoms or with warts in areas that are difficult to see.
Routine screening recommendations also do not currently exist for penile or anal cancer in the general population. People with symptoms or specific risk factors may need individualized medical assessment.
What Happens During an HPV Test?
The exact process depends on the type of HPV testing being performed.
For cervical screening, a sample is collected from the vagina or cervix and tested for high-risk HPV. In British Columbia, eligible people can now use a self-collected vaginal swab for cervix screening, while provider-collected samples remain available.
In a provider-collected examination, the healthcare professional may collect the required sample and send it to a laboratory for analysis. If the test detects high-risk HPV, additional testing or follow-up may be recommended depending on the HPV type and other findings.
The process is different from an STI panel: an HPV test does not automatically test for infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, or syphilis. Those infections require their own appropriate tests.
When Should You Ask a Doctor About HPV Testing?
Consider speaking with a healthcare professional if you:
- Have a new or unusual genital or anal growth\
- Have been told that you have an abnormal cervical screening result
- Need to understand an HPV-positive screening result
- Are due for routine cervical cancer screening
- Have symptoms or concerns that could be related to an STI.
- Have questions about your individual HPV risk or follow-up needs
If you have symptoms, screening should not be used as a substitute for a medical assessment. For example, BC Cancer advises people who have symptoms such as abnormal bleeding to see a healthcare provider rather than relying on routine cervical screening alone.
For people in Canada, HPV screening recommendations can differ by province or territory. In British Columbia, the Cervix Screening Program currently recommends screening for eligible people with a cervix aged 25 to 69, with HPV-based screening forming the basis of the program and self-collected vaginal screening available.
If you are unsure which test or screening approach applies to you, a healthcare professional can review your age, symptoms, screening history, and other risk factors and recommend the appropriate next step.
How Is HPV Treated?
There is an important distinction between treating HPV itself and treating the health problems that HPV can cause. In most cases, there is no HPV treatment, or in other words, there is no medication that directly eliminates HPV from the body. Instead, treatment focuses on visible genital warts, abnormal cell changes, or precancerous lesions when they occur.
Because many HPV infections are controlled by the immune system without specific treatment, a healthcare professional may recommend monitoring rather than immediate treatment in some situations. The right approach depends on the type of HPV-related condition, its location, severity, and the individual's overall health.
Can HPV Be Cured?
There is currently no specific antiviral HPV treatment that cures an HPV infection by directly eliminating the virus.
However, this does not mean that HPV will necessarily remain in the body permanently. Most HPV infections are controlled or cleared by the immune system over time, often without causing health problems.
Treatment is therefore directed at the conditions caused by HPV, rather than the virus itself. For example, genital warts can be treated when necessary, and abnormal or precancerous cell changes can be monitored or treated to reduce the risk of progression.
It is also important to understand that a person can have an HPV infection without knowing it. The absence of visible warts or other symptoms does not necessarily mean that HPV is absent.
How Are HPV-Related Warts Treated?
Genital warts do not always require immediate treatment. Depending on their size, number, location, symptoms, and the person's preferences, a healthcare professional may recommend treatment or observation.
Treatment options can include:
- Prescription topical treatments: Certain medications can be applied directly to external genital warts to help the immune system or destroy abnormal tissue.
- Cryotherapy: A healthcare professional uses freezing treatment, usually with liquid nitrogen, to destroy the wart tissue.
- Surgical or procedural removal: Larger, persistent, or difficult-to-treat warts may sometimes be removed using procedures such as electrosurgery, excision, or other clinician-performed techniques.
- Observation: Some genital warts resolve on their own, so treatment is not always necessary.
The appropriate treatment depends on factors such as the location and size of the warts, the number of lesions, possible side effects, pregnancy status, and other health considerations.
One important point is that treating genital warts does not necessarily eliminate HPV itself. Treatment removes the visible warts or manages their symptoms, but HPV may remain undetectable in the body and the warts can sometimes return.
Do not use over-the-counter wart removers intended for common hand or foot warts on the genital area. Genital skin is more sensitive, and treatment should be selected with appropriate medical guidance.
How Are HPV-Related Abnormal Cell Changes Treated?
High-risk HPV can sometimes cause abnormal changes in cells, particularly in the cervix. These changes do not automatically mean cancer. Many abnormalities can be monitored, while higher-grade or persistent changes may require treatment.
The approach depends on:
- The location of the abnormal cells
- The severity of the changes
- HPV test results
- The person's age and medical history
- Previous screening or treatment results
For cervical abnormalities, follow-up may include repeat HPV testing, cytology, colposcopy, biopsy, or treatment of precancerous tissue when appropriate.
Treatment for significant precancerous cervical changes can involve procedures that remove or destroy the affected tissue. Depending on the specific diagnosis, options may include excisional procedures or ablative treatment.
The purpose of treating cervical precancer is to prevent abnormal cells from progressing to cervical cancer. This is one reason why following up after an abnormal HPV or cervical screening result is so important.
Can HPV Come Back After Treatment?
HPV can be detected again after treatment, and genital warts can return after they have been removed.
A recurrence does not necessarily mean that a person has been reinfected. HPV can sometimes remain in the body at levels that are not detectable and later become detectable again. On the other hand, a person can also acquire a new HPV infection after a previous infection.
The same principle applies to genital warts: treatment can remove existing warts, but it does not guarantee that new warts will never appear.
For this reason, follow-up is important when a healthcare professional recommends it. People should also continue recommended cervical cancer screening even if they have previously been treated for an HPV-related condition.
Read more: Vaginal Yeast Infection.
How Can You Prevent HPV?
Because HPV is so common and can spread even when there are no visible symptoms, prevention focuses on reducing the risk of infection and preventing the health problems associated with HPV.
The most effective prevention strategy is HPV vaccination, supported by safer-sex practices and recommended cervical cancer screening.
HPV Vaccine
The HPV vaccine helps protect against infection with HPV types that are associated with several cancers and genital warts.
The vaccine works best when given before exposure to HPV, but vaccination can still provide benefits to some people who have already been sexually active because they may not have been exposed to all of the HPV types covered by the vaccine.
Importantly, the HPV vaccine is preventive, not therapeutic. It can help prevent new infections with vaccine-covered HPV types, but it does not treat an existing HPV infection, genital warts, or established abnormal cell changes.
Vaccination also does not eliminate the need for recommended cervical cancer screening. Even vaccinated people can potentially be exposed to HPV types not covered by the vaccine, so screening remains an important part of cervical cancer prevention.
Who Should Get the HPV Vaccine in Canada?
Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) recommends HPV vaccination for all individuals from 9 to 26 years of age.
Under the current NACI recommendations:
For people aged 9 to 20, a second dose may be considered individually. People aged 27 and older can discuss vaccination with a healthcare professional, particularly if they may have an ongoing risk of HPV exposure.
Publicly funded vaccine programs, eligibility, and access can vary between Canadian provinces and territories. Therefore, national recommendations and local program eligibility are not always exactly the same.
If you are unsure whether HPV vaccination is appropriate for you or whether you are eligible for a publicly funded program, a healthcare professional can review your age, vaccination history, health status, and individual risk factors.
Does the HPV Vaccine Prevent All HPV Infections?
No. The HPV vaccine does not protect against every HPV type.
Current HPV vaccines protect against multiple HPV types, including types associated with genital warts and several HPV-related cancers. However, vaccination does not provide complete protection against every possible HPV infection.
This is why vaccination and screening should be viewed as complementary prevention strategies:
HPV vaccination helps prevent infection, while appropriate screening helps detect HPV-related cervical changes early.
Vaccination also cannot treat an HPV infection that was already present before vaccination.
Other Ways to Reduce Your Risk of HPV
No prevention method can eliminate the risk of HPV, but several measures can reduce the likelihood of infection or HPV-related complications.
These include:
- Getting the HPV vaccine when recommended
- Using condoms consistently and correctly
- Using dental dams or other barrier methods during oral sex
- Limiting exposure to new sexual partners can reduce the likelihood of encountering HPV, although it does not eliminate risk
- Following recommended cervical cancer screening guidelines
- Avoiding tobacco use, which is associated with a greater risk of persistent HPV-related cervical abnormalities
- Discussing unusual genital growths or other concerning symptoms with a healthcare professional
Condoms and other barrier methods can reduce HPV transmission, but they cannot provide complete protection because HPV can infect skin that is not covered by the barrier.
HPV Screening and Prevention in Canada
HPV screening recommendations in Canada are not completely uniform across the country. Provinces and territories organize their own publicly funded screening programs, so eligibility, testing methods, and screening intervals can vary.
This makes it important to check the current recommendations where you live rather than relying on a general HPV screening schedule.
HPV Screening Guidelines in Canada
Cervical cancer screening is designed to detect high-risk HPV and/or abnormal cervical cell changes before cervical cancer develops.
It is important to distinguish screening from diagnostic testing:
- Screening is performed in people who do not have symptoms as part of routine prevention.
- Diagnostic evaluation is used when someone has symptoms, an abnormal screening result, or another clinical concern.
- An HPV test used for cervical screening is not a general test for every type of HPV infection throughout the body.
Canada is moving toward HPV-based cervical screening in several jurisdictions because testing for high-risk HPV can identify people who may be at increased risk of cervical cell changes.
If you have symptoms such as unusual vaginal bleeding, unexplained pelvic symptoms, or a new genital growth, you should not rely on routine screening alone. A healthcare professional may recommend an appropriate diagnostic evaluation.
HPV Screening in British Columbia
British Columbia has moved to primary HPV testing as the main approach to cervical cancer screening, replacing cytology-based screening as the primary method in most cases.
In BC, people with a cervix between 25 and 69 years of age who meet screening criteria are recommended to screen regularly. Eligible people can choose between self-collected vaginal HPV screening and provider-collected sampling, depending on their circumstances.
Cervix self-screening allows eligible individuals to collect a vaginal sample themselves using a swab. The sample is tested for high-risk HPV.
If HPV is detected, additional follow-up may be recommended depending on the result. Some positive results can lead to further cervical testing or referral for additional assessment.
Screening recommendations can be different for people who are pregnant, immunocompromised, have a history of cervical abnormalities, or have other specific medical circumstances. Anyone who is experiencing symptoms should also speak with a healthcare professional rather than treating routine screening as a diagnostic test.
Where Can You Get Help for HPV in BC?
People in British Columbia may access HPV-related care through different parts of the healthcare system depending on what they need.
A primary care provider can help assess symptoms, review screening results, discuss vaccination, and determine whether additional testing or follow-up is appropriate.
For eligible situations, virtual healthcare can also be a useful first step. An online physician can review symptoms, discuss previous test results, provide medical guidance, and determine whether an in-person examination or additional care is needed.
If laboratory testing is appropriate, a physician may also provide a lab requisition for relevant diagnostic or STI testing. However, an online consultation does not replace an examination when a physical assessment is medically necessary.
When a condition requires specialized assessment, a physician can determine whether a specialist referral is appropriate.
The key is to choose the level of care based on the clinical situation rather than assuming that every HPV concern requires the same type of test or appointment.
When Should You See a Doctor About HPV?
Because HPV often causes no symptoms, you do not necessarily need to see a doctor simply because you are worried that you may have been exposed. However, certain symptoms, screening results, or personal circumstances should prompt medical advice.
A healthcare professional can help determine whether you need an examination, screening, testing, treatment, or follow-up.
Symptoms That Should Be Evaluated
You should consider speaking with a healthcare professional if you notice:
- A new lump, bump, growth, or wart around the genitals or anus
- An unusual or persistent change in the genital or anal area
- Bleeding or irritation associated with a genital growth
- Persistent symptoms that are unexplained or concerning
- An abnormal cervical screening result
- Symptoms that could indicate another sexually transmitted infection
Not every genital growth or symptom is caused by HPV. Conditions such as other infections, skin disorders, cysts, and other benign growths can look similar, so self-diagnosis is not always reliable.
If a symptom is new, persistent, worsening, or unusual for you, professional assessment can help identify the actual cause.
When an HPV Test or Follow-Up May Be Needed
Follow-up may be appropriate when:
- A cervical screening test detects high-risk HPV.
- A screening result shows abnormal cervical cells
- A healthcare professional identifies a lesion that requires further evaluation.
- You have a history of cervical precancer or previous abnormal screening results
- You have questions about when your next cervical screening is due.
- A healthcare professional recommends additional testing based on your symptoms or medical history.
An HPV-positive result does not automatically mean that you have cancer. In many cases, the next step is monitoring or additional testing to determine whether there are any significant cell changes.
Following the recommended timeline for repeat testing or specialist assessment is important because HPV-related cell changes can develop gradually.
Can HPV Be Managed Through Telehealth?
Telehealth can be a useful first step for many HPV-related concerns, particularly when you need to discuss symptoms, review a previous screening result, or determine what type of care you may need.
During a virtual appointment, a physician may be able to:
- Review your symptoms and medical history.
- Discuss a previous HPV or cervical screening result.
- Answer questions about HPV and follow-up
- Assess whether additional testing may be appropriate.
- Provide a lab requisition when medically appropriate.
- Determine whether an in-person examination is needed
- Arrange or recommend specialist follow-up when appropriate
However, telehealth is not a replacement for every type of HPV-related care. A new genital growth, suspicious lesion, significant symptoms, or an abnormal screening result may require an in-person examination, cervical sample, colposcopy, biopsy, or another procedure.
The purpose of a virtual consultation is therefore not to force every HPV concern into an online appointment, but to help determine the right next step for your specific situation.
How Avee Health Can Help With HPV-Related Care in BC
If you are concerned about HPV symptoms, have questions about a screening result, or are unsure what type of care you need, Avee Health provides access to licensed BC physicians through virtual healthcare.
Avee Health can help with medical consultations, appropriate lab requisitions, and specialist referrals when clinically indicated. The physician can review your concerns during an online appointment and help determine whether you need further testing, in-person care, or follow-up.
Talk to a Doctor Online
If you have questions about possible HPV symptoms or a previous screening result, Telehealth can be a convenient starting point.
A BC-licensed physician can review your symptoms and medical history, discuss your concerns, and help determine what should happen next.
Get Medical Care for HPV-Related Concerns
Virtual medical care can be useful for discussing new symptoms, ongoing concerns, or follow-up questions after receiving a test result.
Depending on your situation, the physician can provide medical guidance and help determine whether you need additional evaluation or an in-person appointment.
Get a Lab Requisition Online
If laboratory testing is medically appropriate, Avee Health physicians can provide relevant lab or diagnostic requisitions through a virtual consultation.
Avee's lab requisition service can be used for various diagnostic tests and STI testing. The physician will determine which testing, if any, is appropriate based on your symptoms and medical history.
Get a Specialist Referral When Needed
Some HPV-related concerns may require assessment by a specialist, particularly when further examination, procedures, or specialized follow-up are needed. If your healthcare provider believes further assessment is necessary, they may provide Specialist referrals.
If you're concerned about HPV symptoms, an abnormal screening result, or what to do next, a virtual consultation with a licensed BC physician can help you understand your options and choose the appropriate next step.
For more information, you can visit the Avee Health blog and read our other articles, which are reviewed by healthcare professionals.
Conclusion
HPV is extremely common, and having the virus does not necessarily mean that you will develop symptoms or serious health problems. Many HPV infections cause no noticeable signs and are controlled by the immune system over time. When symptoms do occur, genital warts are among the most recognizable signs, while high-risk HPV can cause cellular changes without producing symptoms.
Because symptoms alone cannot tell you whether you have HPV, appropriate screening and medical follow-up are an important part of HPV prevention and early detection. HPV vaccination can also reduce the risk of infection with HPV types linked to genital warts and several cancers, but vaccination does not replace recommended screening.
If you notice an unusual genital growth, receive an abnormal screening result, or simply are not sure what your next step should be, you do not have to figure it out on your own. A virtual consultation with a licensed BC physician can help you understand your symptoms or results and determine whether you need testing, treatment, follow-up, or specialist care.
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