Male circumcision may decrease risk of HPV infection and cervical cancer

Two new studies suggest that male circumcision may assist in the prevention of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, particularly infection with the high-risk subtypes associated with cervical, penile, and other cancers. Both studies are published in the January 1 issue of The Journal of Infectious Diseases, now available online.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news148735353.html">Male circumcision may decrease risk of HPV infection and cervical cancer</a></p> <p>Two new studies suggest that male circumcision may assist in the prevention of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, particularly infection with the high-risk subtypes associated with cervical, penile, and other cancers. Both studies are published in the January 1 issue of <I>The Journal of Infectious Diseases</I>, now available online.</p>