Is hpv contagious when its dormant?

Yes, HPV can still be contagious when it is dormant.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common virus that can cause abnormal cell growth on the skin and mucous membranes. While some types of HPV can cause warts, others can lead to more serious health problems, such as cervical cancer, vaginal cancer, vulvar cancer, anal cancer, and penile cancer.

HPV is spread through skin-to-skin contact. This can happen during sexual intercourse, vaginal or anal sex, or oral sex. It can also be spread through non-sexual contact, such as sharing towels or razors.

HPV can remain dormant in the body for many years before causing any symptoms. This is why it is important to get tested for HPV even if you have not had any symptoms. If you are diagnosed with HPV, there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk of developing cancer, such as getting vaccinated against HPV, having regular Pap tests and pelvic exams, and practicing safe sex.

Here are some additional facts about HPV:

* HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States.

* About 80% of sexually active adults will get HPV at some point in their lives.

* Most people with HPV will never develop any symptoms.

* HPV can be spread through anal, vaginal, and oral sex.

* HPV can also be spread through skin-to-skin contact, such as sharing towels or razors.

* HPV can remain dormant in the body for many years before causing any symptoms.

* There is no cure for HPV, but there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk of developing cancer, such as getting vaccinated against HPV, having regular Pap tests and pelvic exams, and practicing safe sex.