HPV spreads easily through close skin-to-skin contact, which makes it one of the most common s*xually transmitted infections. Unlike some other infections, it doesn’t require the exchange of bodily fluids. The virus can pass from one person to another even when no symptoms are present — which is why many people don’t realize they’ve been exposed until much later.
Although anyone can contract HPV, research shows that certain lifestyle factors may increase the likelihood of exposure. People who have multiple intimate relationships over time are statistically more likely to encounter a high-risk strain.
A study published in the journal s*xually Transmitted Diseases found a strong connection between the number of partners reported and the likelihood of contracting HPV. That said, it’s important to remember that even a single relationship can result in exposure. The more strains
the body encounters, the harder it becomes for the immune system to clear them all, which can increase the risk of long-term infection.
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