Low-Risk HPV Types
Understanding HPV Types That Cause Warts But Not Cancer
What Are Low-Risk HPV Types?
Low-risk HPV types do not cause cancer but can cause genital warts and other benign (non-cancerous) conditions. These types are called "low-risk" because they rarely lead to serious health problems.
Common Low-Risk HPV Types
HPV Types 6 and 11
These are the most common low-risk types and cause about 90% of all genital warts.
- •Responsible for most genital warts cases
- •Can cause respiratory papillomatosis (rare)
- •Do not cause cancer
Other Low-Risk Types
Other low-risk HPV types include:
HPV 1, 2, 3, 4 - Common skin warts
HPV 40, 42, 43, 44 - Genital warts
Conditions Caused by Low-Risk HPV
Genital Warts
Small bumps or groups of bumps in the genital area. Can be small or large, raised or flat, sometimes shaped like cauliflower. Usually painless but may cause itching or discomfort.
Common Warts
Rough, raised bumps that usually appear on hands, fingers, or elbows. Caused by HPV types 1, 2, 3, and 4.
Plantar Warts
Hard, grainy growths on the soles of feet. Can be painful when walking.
Important to Know
- Low-risk HPV types do not cause cancer
- Genital warts can be treated but the virus may remain
- HPV vaccine protects against types 6 and 11
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