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HPV is the most common STI.

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HPV is a small, non-enveloped deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) virus that infects skin or mucosal cells.

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HPV is spread by sexual contact or skin to skin contact.

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There are over 100 varieties of HPV.

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Symptoms may include itching and warts on the genitals or surrounding areas.

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The human body usually rids itself of an HPV infection. When the immune system doesn't get rid of the infection, normal cells can turn into abnormal cells and then eventually turn to cancer.  Only about 10% of women will have cervical cancer after an HPV infection.

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There is a vaccine that stops the HPV strains most likely to cause genital warts and cervical cancer.

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Other cancers such as anus, penis, vagina, vulva, and the back of the throat have been linked to HPV.

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HPV has no cure but warts may disappear on their own. Treatment for the warts focuses mainly on removing them. Treatment can help, but may need to be repeated in the future. Warts can be burned, frozen, lasered, or surgically removed. There are also injections or prescription medications that can help.

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Baby's bodies will normally clear the virus on their own. In rare cases, genital warts may be passed on to the baby. It is possible for warts to develop on the baby's larynx or vocal cords. This is called recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.