MedicalTerminology DB

1 Definition of HPV

Meaning of HPV: A type of virus that can cause abnormal tissue growth (for example, warts) and other changes to cells.

A type of virus that can cause abnormal tissue growth (for example, warts) and other changes to cells. Infection for a long time with certain types of HPV can cause cervical cancer. HPV may also play a role in some other types of cancer, such as anal, vaginal, vulvar, penile, oropharyngeal, and squamous cell skin cancers. Also called human papillomavirus.

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