Why do some gynecologists say that the vactination of uterus cancer has to be done while others disagree and claim that we don't have to do it? And what is the best choice?
May 13, 2013
The vaccine is against cervical, not uterine, cancer. It targets the human papilloma virus (HPV) which is the cause of many cervical cancers. This vaccine covers the majority, but not all HPV strains that cause this type of cancer. It has been shown to produce a rise in the antibody titers against HPV, meaning that the body can defend itself against infection with HPV. Now, whether this guarantees protection against cervical cancer caused by HPV has still not been proven. In your case, if you can afford the vaccine (total of 4 doses), you may as well take it as it might afford you some protection in the future.
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Both HPV vaccines have proven efficacy against cervical cancer, but they only protect you before beeing exposed to HPV and do not act on a previous contamination.
They are recommended from 9 years of age up to 26 years, and can still be done on individual basis up to 45, but again the best time to vaccinate is between 9 and 15 years for the following reasons:
1. Better immune response
2. Better chance of getting protection before exposition (before any sexual activity)
This is why some doctors prefer to vaccinate adolescents because the outcome would be better, but depending on your age , and your sexual activity, it might be useful to still get protected against HPV.
You should discuss this issue with your doctor.
In all cases, there is no harm from getting this vaccine, only fewer benefits when its done later than the recommended age.
They are recommended from 9 years of age up to 26 years, and can still be done on individual basis up to 45, but again the best time to vaccinate is between 9 and 15 years for the following reasons:
1. Better immune response
2. Better chance of getting protection before exposition (before any sexual activity)
This is why some doctors prefer to vaccinate adolescents because the outcome would be better, but depending on your age , and your sexual activity, it might be useful to still get protected against HPV.
You should discuss this issue with your doctor.
In all cases, there is no harm from getting this vaccine, only fewer benefits when its done later than the recommended age.
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