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Hi @brittg2019 There’s no shortage of information online regarding HPV or Human Papilloma Virus. It’s a very common virus with over 100 forms. Most are harmless and can cause warts on hands, face, feet, etc. There are also about 30 strains which can cause infections in the genital area; They’re considered venereal diseases and very easily spread between partners. Some strains of the virus are also responsible for causing cancer. So it’s important if you think you have HPV to have the areas examined to determine if they are considered ‘at risk’ subtypes.
Here are a few articles for you.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hpv-infection/symptoms-causes/syc-20351596
https://www.cdc.gov/std/hpv/stdfact-hpv.htm
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11901-hpv-human-papilloma-virus
There are vaccines available for HPV. Have you been vaccinated?