HPV16 positive must be cervical cancer

HPV16 positive is not necessarily cervical cancer.

HPV16 positive indicates the presence of HPV16 infection, and cervical cancer is a malignant tumor that is primary to the cervix. It is not related to persistent high-risk HPV infection. Although HPV16 is a high-risk HPV, it may not cause disease after infection. It may also cause condyloma acuminatum, Bowen-like papulosis and other diseases. only after persistent infection of the cervix for a period of time, there is a certain chance of cervical cancer. Therefore, this indicator cannot be used as the basis for the diagnosis of cervical cancer. Patients suspected of cervical cancer need to be diagnosed through imaging and pathological examinations.

HPV16 positive patients should pay attention to maintaining personal hygiene and changing underwear frequently. Diet needs to be strengthened to help improve their physique.