Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Exam Cram

• Human papillomavirus has widespread asymptomatic spread

• HPV Types:

  • • • • Cervical cancer- 16 & 18

        • Head and neck cancer- 16

        • Genital Warts- 6 & 8 

• HPV Vaccination program implemented in UK showing falling cervical cancer rates

  • • • • 2008 12yr old girls

        • 2019 12yr old boys

Outline

Background

• HPV is indicated in the majority of cervical cancer & CIN but also head and neck SCC 

Assessment

Diagnosis

Management

Med Reg Notes

Plantar Warts (Verrucae)

• Caused by HPV

• Management

  1. Salicylic cream

  2. Cryotherapy

References & Resources

Written in 2025