How Can My Doctor Diagnose HPV?

Although human papillomavirus is a common disease, it is often difficult to definitively diagnose.  There is no actual blood test for the HPV virus that pinpoints the presence of the disease in an individual.

However, your doctor will be able to recognize some of the health conditions that are associated with HPV, and can often surmise that HPV is the cause.  In cases where HPV is causing warts or a simple skin condition, the doctor may be able to isolate evidence of the virus.  Unfortunately, in the case of the development of the more serious health issues caused by HPV infection, it may be years after initial infection before either you or your doctor notice any adverse health consequences.  This is why it is important to arm yourself with information about this common disease when you become sexually active, and have regular health checks through the years.
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