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HPV stands for human papillomavirus which can cause certain types of cancers including Cervical Cancer. HPV vaccination or Cervical Cancer Vaccination and regular screening are effective in preventing these cancers.
If you miss out the dose of these vaccinations during the stipulated time, you can consult with your doctor for a Catch-up Vaccination.
Talk to your doctor about the Cervical Cancer Vaccination.
Cervical cancer is the cancer of the cervix (mouth of uterus), which is a part of the female reproductive system. The cancer may start in the cervix, eventually spreading to the rest of the body.
While all women are at risk of cervical cancer, it is more often seen among women over 30 years of age. The most common cause of this is HPV, or Human Papillomavirus.
Cervical Cancer is not a contagious disease and cannot be transmitted. Cervical Cancer is caused by certain type of HPV, which is transmitted through sexual contact.
Precancerous lesions could be a symptom of cervical cancer. Apart from this, initial symptoms of cervical cancer could include:
Advanced symptoms of cervical cancer could include:
If the cancer has spread from the cervix to other parts of the body, it may show other symptoms.
Your child should get:
2 doses at 6 months interval between 9–14 years of age
3 doses (at 0, 1–2 and 6 months) 15 years or older, and immunocompromised
However, consult your doctor for more information.
Commonly observed possible side effects of the HPV vaccine for cervical cancer include:
For more details on side effects, please consult your doctor.
Primary prevention against cervical cancer is achieved through the HPV vaccination. Apart from this, education and awareness about health concerns should be facilitated. Secondary prevention is encouraged for women over 30 years of age with screening, such as an HPV test.
A public awareness initiative by GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited. Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai 400 030, India.
Information appearing in this material is for general awareness only. Nothing contained in this material constitutes medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any medical queries, any question or concern you may have regarding your condition. The disease list indicated for vaccination is not complete, please consult your child’s Paediatrician for the complete vaccination schedule. The doctor shown in this material is being used for illustrative purpose only and is a professional model. The disease representation icons/images and animation are for illustrative purpose only.
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