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which viral sti is a main cause of several cancers including vaginal and penile cancer?
hiv
hpv
hsv - 2
hsv - 1
HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a viral STI. Persistent infection with high - risk types of HPV can lead to the development of several cancers. For example, it is a major cause of cervical cancer, and also has a significant role in the development of vaginal, penile, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers. HIV mainly affects the immune system. HSV - 1 and HSV - 2 (Herpes Simplex Viruses) cause genital and oral herpes, but are not the main causes of the cancers mentioned in the question.
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