hpv hereditary and virgin

Is HPV Hereditary

While HPV is not hereditary, meaning it is not genetically passed from parent to child, it can be passed from mother to child during childbirth. This is a rare occurrence, however.

Can a Virgin Get HPV?

HPV is is transmitted through both sexual intercourse and sexual contact. Because genital contact can occur without penetration, it is possible for a virgin to contract HPV.


HPV can also be transmitted during childbirth from mother to baby, although this is considered to be rare.