How Do Men Get Tested for Hpv?

To diagnose genital warts in men, the doctor will visually check a man's genital area to see if warts are present. Some doctors will apply a vinegar solution to help identify warts that aren't raised and visible. But the test is not foolproof.

How is HPV detected in males?

Health care providers can usually diagnose low-risk HPV by visually examining the warts. So no testing is needed. While men can be infected with HPV, testing is generally not recommended for men. There is no FDA-approved HPV test for men, and most men with HPV recover from the infection without any symptoms.

Can my male partner be tested for HPV?

There's currently no HPV test for people with penises. But penis owners with an HPV infection can transmit the virus without knowing it. Some doctors will do an anal pap test on people with a penis, but these are usually only performed on penis owners who are HIV-positive and have had anal sex.