There are more than 40 types of the human papillomavirus . HPV can cause genital warts and several types of cancer , including throat cancers . The virus is spread through sexual contact with an infected partner or by sharing needles used to inject drugs such as heroin or cocaine.
There are more than 40 types of the human papillomavirus . HPV can cause genital warts and several types of cancer , including throat cancers . The CDC recommends all boys and girls receive the HPV vaccine .