This virus is transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact, especially during sexual intercourse, and is not spread through blood or bodily fluids. The risk of infection arises as soon as sexual activity begins.
Women who have multiple sexual partners or whose partners have multiple partners are at higher risk of contracting HPV due to these high-risk behaviors, and they are more susceptible to cervical cancer.
How common is HPV and who gets it?
Genital HPV is very common. Some doctors believe its prevalence is comparable to that of the common cold. HPV is particularly widespread among young people. Any object that comes into contact with infected genital areas, such as a razor, swimming towel, or epilation device, can transmit the virus.
