HPV is not like other sexually transmitted diseases (such as chlamydia) that can affect your fertility. Of greater concern is that a high-risk HPV strain can lead to cervical cancer. In addition, certain HPV treatments may cause scarring or damage the cervix (such as LEEP or cone biopsy), which may impair fertility or impact a pregnancy (for example, increased risk of premature delivery), so it is important to discuss the options with your health care professional. These complications are not common and, if treatment is needed, it is important to have it.