Research Published in January 2017 Presented an Estimate of the Prevalence

Multiple Choice

Research published in January 2017 presented an estimate of the prevalence of HPV infection in American males at 45%. Adult males are an unvaccinated population. What are the consequences
of HPV infection in males?

A) Males with HPV have a signi?cantly higher likelihood of developing prostate cancer.
B) Males can develop genitourinary tract cancer from HPV infection.
C) There are no long-term consequences; a course of antiviral medication will clear up the infection.
D) HPV-infected males should also be screened for gonorrhea, as the two often co-infect.