In the cold winter, soaking in hot springs is a good way for everyone to relax. A few days ago, the topic of #Can hot springs be infected with HPV# became popular, and the voice of "female friends must pay attention to health and safety" in the comment area accounted for most of them. But in reality, the chance of HPV infection through going to the toilet, swimming in a swimming pool, or soaking in hot springs is very small. In addition, HPV infection is an "indiscriminate attack" regardless of gender, and even globally, the rate of HPV infection in men is higher than that of women.
HPV that girls are concerned about
But is it higher in men?
"HPV is a large 'family', with more than 120 types identified, of which nearly 80 are associated with human diseases, and more than 35 types can affect the reproductive tract. HPV is classified into high-risk and low-risk types according to its carcinogenic potential. Globally, the most common high-risk HPV type is HPV-16, accounting for 5% of all infections. According to relevant experts from Chengdu Women and Children's Central Hospital, the WHO has issued a document pointing out that according to the latest research, 1/3 of men in the world are infected with HPV. Another study showed that about one-third of men over the age of 15 were infected with at least one type of HPV and one-fifth were infected with one or more high-risk or cancer-causing HPVs.
"In terms of infection trends, there are still differences in HPV infection between men and women, with the prevalence of genital HPV peaking in girls after the first sexual intercourse, while men are susceptible to HPV throughout the life cycle. According to experts, globally, the HPV infection rate in men is actually higher than that of women, but unlike cervical cancer caused by HPV in women, most of the infected men have no symptoms, so they are easy to ignore.
The infection rate in hot springs is very small
HPV is not only associated with cervical cancer
HPV can be transmitted through the skin and mucous membranes, but the main mode of transmission is sexual transmission, especially when there is a wound injury, and it is more dangerous to have the protective barrier broken. If you are infected with HPV if you do not have sexual contact, it is likely that you have been exposed to something that has the HPV virus, resulting in indirect contact infection. "But there's no need to worry too much, the chance of infection from going to the toilet, going to the pool or soaking in the hot springs is very, very small. The expert said.
Many people think that HPV is only linked to cervical cancer, but the fact is that HPV is highly associated with many cancers, including oropharyngeal cancer (70.1%), penile cancer (63%) and anal cancer (91.1%). HPV infection in men may cause genital warts, some cancers, and even affect fertility.
Experts remind that having a healthy lifestyle is important for HPV prevention, and regular screening, early intervention and early treatment cannot be ignored. "In addition, it is recommended that women of appropriate age receive HPV vaccination as soon as possible, as early vaccination can effectively prevent high-risk HPV infection. ”
Chengdu Daily Jinguan News Reporter Hu Guiwei Responsible Editor He Qitie Editor Wang Qi According to the Internet