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Which of the following organism is present in most diagnosed cervical cancers?
Options:
A .  Herpes simplex virus
B .  Human papilloma virus (HPV)
C .  Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
D .  Neisseria Gonorrhoeae
Answer: Option B
:
B
Human papilloma virus (HPV), the virus that causes genital warts and microscopic cell changes in the genital area is also a risk factor for cervical cancer. Although HPV is present in 97% of the diagnosed cervical cancers, this sexually transmitted virushas not been firmly established as the cause of cervical cancer, but as a risk factor for cervical cancer. Studies also show that women who smoke are at a higher risk of developing cervical cancer than non-smokers.

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