Diagnosis

HPV itself is usually not tested for or recommended, as treatment is not possible as long as there are no symptoms. If genital warts have developed, a specialist doctor (a proctologist or colorectal surgeon) can recognize them by sight or with a finger exam.

To determine whether early signs of cancer are present, a smear test is carried out as part of early detection screening. The cells of the cervix are then examined in the laboratory. HIV specialist practices offer swab tests of the rectum for people with HIV to check for early signs of anal cancer.

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