2023-05-22 23:00:15
- It is estimated that 7 out of 10 sexually active people in Mexico have some type of Human Papilloma Virus.
- Currently this infection is associated with 35 types of lesions, both benign and malignant.
- One of the authorities’ recommendations is to vaccinate all 11 or 12-year-old boys and girls against the Human Papillomavirus, before they are exposed to the pathogen.
There is constant talk about infection by the Human papilloma virus and its effects. Most commonly, it is a risk factor for the development of cervical cancer, although it is not the only type of tumor with which it is related. In addition, it also increases the probability of presenting mouth and throat cancer.
To prevent all these neoplasms, the maximum recommendation of the health authorities is vcradle all boys and girls ages 11 or 12 against HPV, before they are exposed to the virus.
What is the Human Papilloma Virus?
Is a viral infection which usually causes skin growths or warts. To date, it is the most common sexually transmitted infection in countries like the United States, with more than 42 million people infected.
The infection happens when the virus enters the body, usually through a cut, abrasion, or a small break in the skin. The pathogen is transmitted sexually or by skin-to-skin contact. There are more than 100 types of HPV. In most cases, the body’s immune system fights an infection before warts develop.
The relationship between the Human Papilloma Virus and cancer
Some types of HPV infection can cause cancer. For example, almost all types of cervical cancer are caused by this infection. Although, as already mentioned, it can also cause throat and mouth cancer.
A Human Papilloma Virus infection it can infect the mouth and throat and cause cancer of the oropharynx, which includes the back of the throat, the base of the tongue, and the tonsils.
Compared to women, men are twice as likely to be diagnosed with oropharyngeal cancer, mainly due to habits that increase risk, such as tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, and poor diet. In addition, men are also more likely to be exposed to toxic substances at work.
Nonspecific symptoms of mouth and throat cancer
A challenge in diagnosing mouth and throat cancer is that many symptoms are common to other diseases or conditions and are not specific to the cancer. These symptoms include a sore that does not heal, cough, sore throat, ear pain, trouble swallowing, or hoarseness. It’s easy to mistake these symptoms for those of a common cold, a seasonal allergy, or an overzealous celebration.
Treatment Options for Mouth and Throat Cancer
Treatment options for oropharyngeal cancer vary and are based on a number of factors, such as the location and stage of the mouth or throat cancer, the type of cells affected, whether the cells show signs of HPV infection, general health and personal preferences. Your health care team will discuss the benefits and risks of each option and, together with you, will determine the best plan for you and your goals.
treatment options
- Radiotherapy.
- Surgery to remove cancer that has not spread to other areas.
- Surgery to remove part of the throat, larynx, or lymph nodes.
- Chemotherapy.
- Drug treatment.
- Immunotherapy.
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