Men can be tested for HPV, regardless of the strand, through what is referred to as an anal pap smear. However, it's not tested as a routine pap smear but rather, an "anal cytology" exam, or procedure. Unfortunately, insurance often doesn't cover those tests.
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Date: 2002-04-24 06:27 am (UTC)This article (http://www.gayhealth.com/templates/101965427754912761412500002/common/condition.html?record=12) explains a lot, if you haven't already read it, that is.