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Can Hpv Cause Throat Warts Without Them Being Cancerous?

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Question : Can hpv cause throat warts without them being cancerous? I cannot find an answer to this.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Regarding HPV and cancer

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern.

Yes, only certain HPV types like 16, 18, 31, 33, 45 are considered high risk types which may lead to cancer whereas most common HPV types like 6, 11 are low risk or not cancerous.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance
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Can Hpv Cause Throat Warts Without Them Being Cancerous?

Brief Answer: Regarding HPV and cancer Detailed Answer: Hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have gone through your query and noted your concern. Yes, only certain HPV types like 16, 18, 31, 33, 45 are considered high risk types which may lead to cancer whereas most common HPV types like 6, 11 are low risk or not cancerous. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance