HPV is one of those viruses that can spread by almost any contact. Many people get it from their mothers, during birth, while breastfeeding, etc. It can spread by kissing, sex, etc. Almost a majority of the population carries it. When you donate blood, they note it in your records, but they don't consider it a factor in regards to blocking your ability to donate. They note it so that they can prevent HPV+ blood from being given to someone with severely compromised immunity.... Even though there's a very good chance they already have it anyway. Next time you donate, and you're in that little office where they ask you all those questions, ask them if you have it. They can see it right on their screen when you are being checked in.
HPV is one of those viruses that can spread by almost any contact. Many people get it from their mothers, during birth, while breastfeeding, etc. It can spread by kissing, sex, etc. Almost a majority of the population carries it. When you donate blood, they note it in your records, but they don't consider it a factor in regards to blocking your ability to donate. They note it so that they can prevent HPV+ blood from being given to someone with severely compromised immunity.... Even though there's a very good chance they already have it anyway. Next time you donate, and you're in that little office where they ask you all those questions, ask them if you have it. They can see it right on their screen when you are being checked in.
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