Cervical Screening Programme
Department of Health
The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
[Home] [Graphical Version] [繁體中文] [簡体中文] [Site Map] [Search]
Human papillomavirus is the name of a group of viruses that includes
more than 100 types. Around 40 of these viruses infect the genital area
of men and women. It is a very common infection that may affect any woman
who has been sexually active. Most people who become infected with HPV
will not have any symptoms and will clear the infection on their own. Some of these viruses are called "high-risk" types and may
lead to cancer of the cervix. Others are called "low-risk" types
and they may cause genital warts. HPV infection is now regarded as a necessary
but not a sole factor for cervical cancer.
What is human papillomavirus (HPV)?
Back
to Top
Previous
Next