If it is HPV then yes it is likely you got it from a sexual partner. If your boyfriend is your first and only, then it was likely him. If you have been sexually active with other men then it could be from any of them. If the test your doctor did just looks for inflammes cells and other markers, it is not for sure HPV. They can do a test, just like getting a PAP smear, to look for what strain(s) of HPV you have. They mightt ask you to do a culposcopy where they paint your cervix with a vinegar solution and remove any areas that show signs of problems. It doesn’t hurt much, just a little uncomfortable, not nothing to panic about.
It is absolutely an STD if it is HPV. If you have the virus you have it forever latent. It can flare up at any time.
If you got it from an ex, then you might have given it to the next guy.
There is no test really that is done on men for HPV, women bare the entire burden. Although men do get cancer from HPV also in their mouths, tongue (think Michael Douglas) and anus.
@KNOWITALL actually that sort of thinking I blame for why women die. Knowing that you come from the bible belt, which I have always appreciated your opinions and perspective on many topics having that knowledge of the area and the people, the conservative outlook on sex and disease causes us to bury our heads in the sand about STD’s in my opinion. Girls don’t get PAP smears because they can’t figure out how to get to the doctor without their mom knowing, they don’t understand how dangerous sex can be for our physical health. People believe “good” people don’t get STD’s. I am not saying that about you, I am only saying beware of the mindset.