Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
You will be tested for HPV during cervical cancer screening. Sometimes extra tests are required.
Here's how the screening works:
23-29 years: Smear test every 3 years, possibly HPV test in case of repeated mild changes. 30-59 years: HPV test every 5 years; smear test if positive hpv. 60-64 years: Final HPV test and smear test if positive hpv
Facts and FAQ
HPV is transmitted through intimate and sexual contact, and condoms only partially protect. An HPV vaccine given before sexual debut can prevent up to 90 % of both genital warts and cervical cancer.
If you have any questions or want to know more, you can contact us at
Phone: +45 33 13 13 82.
HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a very common virus that is transmitted through intimate or sexual contact. Most people get HPV at least once in their lives.
Yes, in most people HPV disappears within 1-2 years because the immune system fights the virus.
Reactivation means that a virus that was previously “dormant” and undetectable becomes active again. It is not the same as being re-infected.
This can be due to changes in the immune system, hormonal changes, increasing age or previous HPV-related cell changes.
Not necessarily. For many, it's due to reactivation of an old infection, not new infection.
Yes, if HPV is active and detectable, it is potentially infectious. However, the risk of infection varies and depends on the amount of virus, among other things.
Both new and reactivated infections can cause cell changes. That's why screening is important, regardless of the reason for the positive result.
Answer. Follow screening, avoid smoking, keep your immune system strong and consider HPV vaccination if you are not already vaccinated.