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There are several different arguments surrounding theGardasil vaccines, many of them based on emotion rather than science.
First, Gardasil is the vaccine that is designed to protect women from 4 different types of HPV. There are over 100 different types, but there shots are supposed to protect you from the 4 most likely to cause cancer.
HPV is a sexually transmitted disease. So, many conservative ( and religious) groups believe that if your child is being abstinent till marriage then there is no need for this drug. However, non-abstinence shouldn't be punished with the death penalty (i.e. Cervical cancer). And not all sex is consensual--should a girl who is raped be further punished by cervical cancer?
There are also a lot of "side effects" that are associated with any drug. No serious side effects have been shown to be caused Gardasil.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoLike other vaccines, HPV vaccines are designed to lower your risk of infections cause by the virus it's made for. HPV can cause warts or cancer in some exposed to them. Granted that most who are exposed to HPV will probably be fine, but some won't. Vaccines are medicines; they all have risks and benefits. There will always somebody with some adverse reactions to any medicines, including the sugar pills during the clinical testing. Most people will be fine with the vaccine, otherwise it would not have past the clinical test and approved for use.
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Gardasil in chickenpox?
Gardasil is a vaccine for HPV. It has nothing to do with chicken pox.
Is it possible to get cervical cancer from Gardasil?
No, nor can you receive HPV from the vaccine.
Do you have to get a pap smear if you have the gardisal vaccine?
Yes, women who have had the Gardasil vaccine should continue getting pap smears.
Why can't you get pregnant during gardasil vaccine?
Gardasil has not been shown to cause any problems in pregnancy. However, because it is a new vaccine, it is felt women should avoid taking while pregnant if possible.For people who are pregnant, Gardasil is generally considered safe. This is based on animal studies that looked at the effects of Gardasil during pregnancy. However, Gardasil is generally not recommended during pregnancy, as the full risks of its use are not known. It is recommended to wait until after pregnancy to get the Gardasil vaccine. It has not been studied in women, only in animal trials, so it is considered Pregnancy Category B (probably safe).
Do you really have to wait 6 months to get pregnant after gardasil vaccine shots?
yes
Can Gardasil cause HPV?
No. This is not possible. The Gardasil vaccine contains recombinant proteins from HPV to provoke an immune response. There are no live viruses, attenuated viruses or even dead viruses in the vaccine. The viral DNA is not present in any form.
hpv vaccine types?
There are 3 types of Hpv vaccine.1. Cervarix: It is a vaccine used for protection against Hpv Type 16 and 18.2. Gardasil: It provides protection against Hpv Type 6, 11, 16 and 18.3. Gardasil 9: Protects against Hpv Type 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58.Cervarix only protects against cervical cancer, while Gardasil and Gardasil 9 vaccines protect against cervical cancer and genital warts.
Can you get gardasil vaccine while you have hpv?
Sure you can. There are numerous strains of HPV. The Gardasil will help with 4 of them. Even if you know that you're currently infected with one of the 4 strains in the Gardasil vaccine, it can still help you with the other 3.
Why do they ask if there is any chance you may be pregnant before you get gardasil?
For people who are pregnant, Gardasil is generally considered safe. This is based on animal studies that looked at the effects of Gardasil during pregnancy. However, Gardasil is generally not recommended during pregnancy, as the full risks of its use are not known. It is recommended to wait until after pregnancy to get the Gardasil vaccine. It has not been studied in women, only in animal trials, so it is considered Pregnancy Category B (probably safe).
What is Gardasil and what does it help prevent females from developing as older adults?
Gardasil is a vaccine that helps prevent HPV infection, which can lead to cervical, vulvar, vaginal, and anal cancers in females as they age. It also helps prevent genital warts caused by certain types of HPV.
What is the active ingredient in Gardasil?
The active ingredient in any vaccine is the antigen to which the body then creates protective antibodies. It can be any portion of the bacterium or virus that produces the necessary immune response. In the case of Gardasil the active ingredients are proteins of HPV Types 6, 11, 16, and 18.
Have there been any reported birth defects from women who have had the Gardasil vaccination when pregnant?
There have been none to date. However, pregnant women should not take the Gardasil vaccination becasue it is a new vaccine and all the data are not in yet. There have been limited studies on pregnant women taking it, and for now it seems to be safe, but is not recommended. Pregnant women should wait until after the birth of their child before having the vaccine. If you find out you are pregnant after taking a dose of the vaccine, wait until after the baby is born to have the other doses.
