Warts (HPV) Vaccinations
Warts are small growths on the skin caused by a virus known as human papilloma. They can go away on their own, but some may take months or even years.
- After touching a wart, wash your hands thoroughly
- Cover warts with a plaster if going for a swim
- Take care not to cut a wart when shaving in the affected area
- Do not share towels, shoes or socks
- Do not bite your nails or suck your fingers if warts are present in that area
- Do not scratch or pick a wart
Removal
There are several ways of removal of warts but your consultant dermatologist at Sheffield Dermatology will advise you the best way forward to suit your problem.
To book an appointment, call 07359 578959
Human Papilloma Virus
(HPV) Vaccination
Cervical Cancer
This infection is usually spread through sexual contact. This is a common and easily transmitted infection which can affect men as well as women and this virus will be encountered by the majority of people at some point in their lives without ever knowing, as our natural immune systems can clear the infection. However, around 80% of sexually active women are expected to become infected with HPV by the age of 50.
Known facts about HPV
There are over 100 known types of HPV and whilst most of these are harmless, other types can cause:
- In females, it can cause cervical cancer
- Abnormal cells in the lining of the cervix which can turn into cancer
- HPV in males, can cause genital warts and also male cancers
- Almost 100% of cervical cancers is caused by HPV
- People still have unprotected sex even though efforts have been made to educate the public
Vaccination against HPV
Sheffield Dermatology can offer two vaccinations which can help protect against diseases caused by certain strains of HPV.
Even though screening for early detection of cervical cancer is available, it is still the second most common cause of death from female cancer (second to breast cancer) and statistics show that of young women between the ages of 15 – 45 in Europe, around 33,500 are diagnosed with cervical cancer, each year and that around 14,700 women die, each year, from this disease.
Cost of Vaccinations
Charges for the vaccinations may vary, so please enquire when making your appointment. The charges will include for Consultation and Counselling and course of injections.
Note
However, if further tests are recommended by your Consultant such as blood tests, these would be charged as an additional cost.
