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Fighting Back: How Therapies Are Evolving to Combat HPV
Published: Feb 24, 2024
While HPV vaccines prevent many infections, new therapies are being developed to treat those already affected.
Current Treatment Options
Current treatments for HPV-related conditions include topical medications for warts and surgical options for precancerous lesions. These methods focus on removing affected tissue but do not cure the infection. Regular follow-ups are necessary to monitor for recurrence.
Emerging Therapies
Research is underway to develop therapies targeting HPV at the molecular level. These include antiviral medications that inhibit HPV replication and immune therapies enhancing the body's ability to fight the virus. Such innovations could offer more targeted and effective treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Topical medications and surgical removal are common treatments.
No, treatments focus on managing symptoms and lesions.
New therapies include antivirals and immune-enhancing treatments.
Yes, they help monitor for recurrence of lesions.
The Bottom Line
As research continues, new therapies offer hope for more effective HPV management.
References
- Palefsky JM. Anal human papillomavirus infection and anal cancer in HIV-positive individuals: an emerging problem. AIDS 1994; 8:283.
- D'Souza G, Kreimer AR, Viscidi R, et al. Case-control study of human papillomavirus and oropharyngeal cancer. N Engl J Med 2007; 356:1944.
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