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Ma R. Could HPV infection be transmitted by the use of vibrators? Practitioner 2014;258 (1777):8

Could HPV infection be transmitted by the use of vibrators?

15 Dec 2014Pais-up subscribers

Human papilloma virus (HPV) was detected on vibrators 24 hours after cleaning, in a small study in the United States. This finding suggests that shared use of sex toys could lead to transmission of HPV. Women aged 18 to 29 were recruited as part of a larger study looking into the sexual behaviour of women who have sex with women and men. A total of 28 women were recruited and 20 consented to participate.

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