How long after the HPV test can I have sex?

Gynecological problems are really a big problem nowadays. At present, there are more and more cancer patients in the country, among which people with cervical cancer account for a large proportion. However, the medical level is relatively advanced now. Cervical cancer is a preventable and treatable cancer. Therefore, cervical cancer screening is something that every woman should do. So, how long after the HPV test can you have sex?

How long after HPV test can I have sex?

1. If it is just a routine HPV screening and the data shows no HPV infection, there is no time limit for intercourse; however, if you are infected with the HPV virus, you need to follow the doctor's instructions and you can have intercourse after the virus infection is completely eliminated.

2. After the body is infected with this type of virus, the body will slowly, and a very small number of patients will quickly develop immunity to the virus. When the resistance is strong enough, HPV will be eliminated. Therefore, many medical statistics show that although the proportion of people infected with HPV is quite large, most of them are transient, that is, the virus infection will naturally disappear within 1-2 years.

How is HPV transmitted?

1. Infection during sexual intercourse. Generally, if HPV is infected during sexual intercourse, it will develop into genital warts after about 4 weeks to 8 months. However, some infections may remain dormant and develop into warts or cervical lesions after two years or even decades. Therefore, it is impossible to accurately determine the time of HPV infection.

2. Other ways of infection: In addition to sexual intercourse, some indirect contact, such as using toilet seats, door handles, soaps, swimming pools, and bathtubs, can also cause the spread of HPV. Therefore, its spread is multi-faceted, even deeply embedded in daily life.

Most of the HPV infections are caused by not paying attention to hygiene, low immunity and irregular sexual partners. This tells us to learn to respect ourselves and take good care of our bodies. Don't take your health lightly. Couples who have been married for more than five years should do cervical cancer screening, and anti-cancer work must be done well. If any abnormality is found, see a doctor in time.