What to do if you are HPV 51 and 56 positive

Positive for HPV51 and 56 indicates that HPV51 as well as HPV56 viral infection has occurred in the human body, and further examination is recommended and follow-up treatment plan will be determined based on the results. HPV is the abbreviation of human papillomavirus, which can be categorized into various subtypes, among which HPV51 and HPV56 belong to the high-risk type of HPV, which may lead to the occurrence of cervical cancer. After HPV51 and HPV56 infection, further examination is recommended to determine whether the cervical epithelium is lesioned. If no lesion has occurred, it may turn negative on its own and be reviewed regularly, and most people infected with high-risk HPV may usually turn negative in about 1 year. If the cervical epithelium has been found to be diseased through colposcopy, different treatments can be given depending on the specific lesion, for example, microwave can be used for treatment or cold knife cervical conical resection can be used for treatment. If HPV51 or HPV56 is found to be positive, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time and handle the case under the guidance of a specialized physician.