HPV16 and dating
My long time girlfriend Developed cervical dysplasia and was diagnosed with HPV16 While we were together. After the relationship was over I Found out that two women Who I had been with 5 And 10 years prior to our relationship of Developed very serious complications from HPV. They both died of cervical cancer In spite of Regular gynecologic care. Few women die of cervical cancer. I assume I have an aggressive HPV 16 that was diagnosed in my most recent girlfriend. I can't know if I contracted HPV16 from 1 of these 3 relationships or if I had it prior to them. Now I Of course Cannot risk another relationship and Informed A woman I recently met and very much like. I cant pursue that relationship. As I am in my Mid 60s I Am not associating with women who have had Hpv vaccination as they are 30 or more years younger. Barrier protection Is impractical Without a frustrating severe restriction In relations. I see my have oral HPV as well which Restrict Other activities. I will not risk injury to anyone else. And am despondent about past,present and future implications of this situation. Suggestions welcomed.
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