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Overview

Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a collective term for approximately 100 types of viruses, some of which lead to abnormal growths or cell changes. Warts (e.g., plantar warts warts on the tongue or tonsils), also called verrucae, are benign growths on the skin or mucous membranes that are caused by HPV

Human papillomaviruses are spread through contact with the skin or mucous membranes (e.g., lining of the mouth or genitourinary tract). Genital HPV which is a subset consisting o...Read the full article