HPV
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HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is extremely common and most sexually active people will contract it at some point. Most infections clear on their own within 1–2 years. High-risk strains can be detected with cervical screening or specific HPV DNA tests. Vaccination provides excellent protection against the most dangerous strains.
HPV: Key Facts
Often Asymptomatic- Incubation Period
- 1–20 months (warts); years for cell changes
- Test Window
- No routine test for men; cervical screening for women
- Results
- 5–7 working days
- Treatment
- Treatment for warts/cell changes; virus clears naturally
Results within 24 hours • Same-day treatment available
Symptoms of HPV
Common Symptoms
- Most people have no symptoms at all
- Genital warts (fleshy, painless growths)
- Cell changes detected only through screening
Symptoms in Men
- Often no symptoms
- Genital or anal warts (low-risk strains)
- Warts in the throat (rare)
Symptoms in Women
- Often no symptoms
- Genital warts (low-risk strains)
- Abnormal cervical screening results (high-risk strains)
Book a same-day HPV test
Consultation, examination, testing and treatment at our Harley Street clinic. Most results within 24 hours.
How is HPV Transmitted?
- Skin-to-skin genital contact
- Vaginal, anal, or oral sex
- Can transmit without penetration
- Condoms reduce but do not eliminate risk
Prevention
- HPV vaccination (offered to all children aged 12–13 in the UK)
- Condom use (partial protection)
- Regular cervical screening
- Limiting number of sexual partners
HPV vaccination
Gardasil 9 vaccination helps protect against HPV strains linked to genital warts and HPV-related cancers. It is available privately at our Harley Street clinic for suitable men and women.
View HPV VaccinationComplications if Untreated
- Cervical cancer (high-risk strains 16 and 18)
- Anal cancer
- Throat and mouth cancers
- Penile cancer (rare)
- Genital warts (low-risk strains 6 and 11)
Frequently Asked Questions
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View PackagesHPV: Key Facts
Often Asymptomatic- Incubation Period
- 1–20 months (warts); years for cell changes
- Test Window
- No routine test for men; cervical screening for women
- Results
- 5–7 working days
- Treatment
- Treatment for warts/cell changes; virus clears naturally
Results within 24 hours • Same-day treatment available
Book a same-day HPV test
Consultation, examination, testing and treatment at our Harley Street clinic. Same-day appointments and walk-ins welcome.
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat-Sun 10am-2pm. Walk-ins welcome.