How do you prevent HPV?

Answer by  tamarawilhite (17883)

Several strains of the virus that cause HPV can be prevented via the Guardasil virus, though not all. Sexual abstinence also prevents catching any strain of the virus.

Answer by  Jenny25 (939)

You can prevent this virus from happening by following a healthy life style. You should eat proper and exercise as much as you can and most importantly, have safe sex.

Answer by  rasheedckd (133)

First measure of preventing HPV is abstain from sexual activity. Reduce risk of getting HPV Taking HPV vaccine, available now a days in the name Gardasil. Control the number of sexual partners in life. one is best. Wearing condom during sexual activity. some studies showed that condom is an effective barrier against HPV

Answer by  Erynn (1651)

Get immunised, which can protect against several kinds, and use protection for any form of bodily fluid exchange, particularly sexual (e.g. use a condom). The best way not to get it is to practice safe sex and for your partners to have done the same.

Answer by  MzGlace (373)

First, you avoid having unprotected sex with anyone, and you may also want to get the HPV vaccine if you are of the appropriate age to have the shots done.

Answer by  Buckdoc (92)

Bodily fluids transmit HPV. Specifically, genital warts are transmitted through sexual contact and are with abstinence or condoms. The HPV vaccine prevents infection with strains linked to cervical cancer.

Answer by  Ben80 (288)

HPV is a sexually transmitted disease. It can be prevented through safe sex and there is also a vaccine available if you are in the right age group.

Answer by  les59 (852)

The most reliable way to prevent HPV, which is a virus that can cause genital warts, is to maintain abstinence. However, because that seems to be so hard these days, the next best thing is to use a condom and have protected sex. Monogamy in couples' relationships will also help to prevent it.