Underwear: contamination by human papillomaviruses

Article Abstract:

Human papillomaviruses (HPVs) cause warts, and genital human papillomaviruses are believed to mediate the sexual transmission of genital warts. HPV may be involved with more serious growths, as well. Other forms of nonsexual contact seem to be adequate to transmit the virus. A study that included 64 women and 10 men found traces of viral DNA on the underwear of persons with HPV-positive genital lesions. Unfortunately, since there is not yet any means of culturing HPV outside the human body, it is not certain if the DNA traces represent actual infectious viruses. Of the 74 subjects, 13 had viral DNA traces in their underwear. Interestingly, recurrence of HPV infection was more likely in patients whose underwear was positive, but there was no correlation with the number of days the patient wore his or her underwear. Over 50 percent of the papillomavirus positive patients wore their underwear for more than one day, which is believed to be greater than the national average, but no data is available on this point. Despite the lack of definitive evidence that HPV infection can be spread via underwear, patients are advised not to exchange unwashed underwear with their friends. (Consumer Summary produced by Reliance Medical Information, Inc.)

Health aspects, Prevention, Disease transmission, Underwear, Warts

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Epidemiology and clinical pathophysiology of condylomata acuminata

Article Abstract:

Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) infections are common and potentially serious. There are several treatments, and which is used depends on the individual case. Genital HPV is a highly infectious disease that is usually, but not exclusively transmitted through sexual contact. Certain strains appear to have a causal relationship with cervical cancer. Warty lesions may present with a variety of appearances and may be difficult to distinguish from other diseases. HPV typing is necessary to determine the cancerous potential of the infection. Therapy is recommended only for those with visible lesions and varies according to the cancerous potential of the strain. Lesions can be cured by various topical agents, each of which has its indications and contraindications. Lesions can also be removed by laser ablation or destroyed by an electrosurgical instrument. Injection of interferon also may be helpful. Normal skin adjacent to lesions is often infected with virus, which may be the source of recurrent lesions.

Care and treatment, Condyloma acuminatum, Genital warts

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Randomized, double-blind, dose-ranging study of the endometrial effects of a vaginal progesterone gel in estrogen-treated postmenopausal women

Article Abstract:

Vaginal gel treatment using a low dose of natural progesterone appears to alter the secretory activity of the uterine lining among postmenopausal women taking estrogen. Uterine lining activity was evaluated among 31 postmenopausal women taking estrogen and either 45 or 90 milligrams (mg) of progesterone gel every other day. There was evidence of active lining production in only one patient but secretory activity in most patients. Progesterone blood levels were higher among women taking the 90 mg treatment than those taking the 45 mg treatment.

Innovations, Evaluation, Physiological aspects, Hormone therapy, Vagina, Medication by, Vaginal medication, Endometrium, Progesterone

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