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- They cited a lack of adequate long-term testing of the vaccine, unproven efficacy and disturbing news of adverse side effects such as neurological disorders
Consequently, Can the HPV vaccine cause brain damage? Therefore, experimentally, there is no evidence that the HPV vaccine can induce brain damage
Is it worth it to get the HPV vaccine? HPV is estimated to cause nearly 36,500 cases of cancer in men and women every year in the United States HPV vaccination can prevent 33,700 of these cancers by preventing the infections that cause them That’s the same as the average attendance for a baseball game Preventing cancer is better than treating it
Besides Is Gardasil toxic? Vaccine ingredients in Gardasil and Cervarix contain hidden organosiloxanes (organosilicones) and silica (silicon dioxide), all of which are capable of creating biochemical disturbances that are strikingly similar to the metabolic disruptions identified in both chronic fatigue syndrome and the recurrent public health
Why was Gardasil recalled? On December 16, 2013 CDC was informed by Merck that the company planned to implement a voluntary recall of one lot (lot J007354) of Gardasil [Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent (types 6, 11, 16, and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant], due to the potential for a small number of vials to contain glass particles as a result of
How much aluminum is in HPV vaccine?
The quadrivalent vaccine of Gardasil (Merck) contains a simple adjuvant of aluminum hydroxide (225 mg) The nonavalent vaccine contains twice the concentration of adjuvant (500 mg of Aluminum)(Gee et al
What are the controversies of the HPV vaccine?
The most commonly reported adverse events are pain and swelling at injection site [37, 38] There has been no evidence that Gardasil or Cervarix administration increases rates of death, blood clots, or cognitive impairment
Is HPV a live vaccine?
Vaccination against HPV cannot cause cancer, but it can prevent certain cancers by preventing infection with the types of HPV responsible for them The vaccine contains particles that mimic HPV, but they are not live virus and cannot cause infection
Can you test positive HPV after vaccine?
Yes People who have gotten the HPV vaccine will still need regular testing for cervical cancer because the vaccines may not prevent all of the types of HPV that can cause cervical cancer
Is there a connection between HPV vaccine and infertility?
It was noted that no effect of HPV vaccination on fertility was found in 3 studies in rodents GACVS concluded that the available data do not support an association between HPV vaccination and infertility or POI
Is HPV a lifelong?
Depending on the type of HPV that you have, the virus can linger in your body for years In most cases, your body can produce antibodies against the virus and clear the virus within one to two years Most strains of HPV go away permanently without treatment
At what age should a girl get the HPV vaccine?
CDC recommends HPV vaccination at age 11 or 12 years (or can start at age 9 years) and for everyone through age 26 years, if not vaccinated already
What age is too late for HPV vaccine?
HPV vaccination is not recommended for everyone older than age 26 years Some adults age 27 through 45 years who were not already vaccinated might choose to get HPV vaccine after speaking with their doctor about their risk for new HPV infections and possible benefits of vaccination for them
Can HPV cause infertility?
When left untreated, many sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can lead to infertility However, HPV shouldn’t affect your ability to conceive Although you may have heard that HPV can lead to fertility problems, that’s generally not the case Some strains of HPV can increase the risk of cervical cancer
How many people will have HPV in their lifetime?
85% of people will get an HPV infection in their lifetime Almost every unvaccinated person who is sexually active will get HPV at some time in their life About 13 million Americans, including teens, become infected with HPV each year Most HPV infections will go away on their own
Why does my arm hurt after HPV shot?
Some people who get the HPV vaccine may have some pain in the arm where the shot was given Usually this pain is mild and goes away quickly Swelling and redness also sometimes occur after HPV vaccination CDC is aware of reports (in Japan and elsewhere) of chronic pain following HPV vaccines
Is it worth getting the HPV vaccine?
HPV vaccination works extremely well HPV vaccine has the potential to prevent more than 90% of HPV-attributable cancers Since HPV vaccination was first recommended in 2006, infections with HPV types that cause most HPV cancers and genital warts have dropped 88% among teen girls and 81% among young adult women
Is throwing up a side effect of HPV vaccine?
Gastrointestinal effects (nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain) Injection site reactions (such as pain, redness, itchiness, or swelling around the injection site) Muscle, joint or back pain Tiredness/fatigue