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Information on Cervical Cancer Vaccine Are they Effective?

Cervical cancer has something to do with the cervix, which is the mouth or the opening of the
womb. The cells within the cervix experience a series of transitions over the years and become
cancerous cells, which can be malignant or benign. The early detection of cervical cell changes
can be done with the assistance of regular Pap smear tests that can cure and treat cancer in its
earlier stages. Just like vagina and vulva cancers, the cervical cancer and are caused by human
papilloma virus.
The Facts about Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer takes place due to the virus called Human Papilloma virus, which can be passd
sexually. If they are sexually active with many men, women will have a higher risk of infection.
In the field of HPV vaccines, there are numerous developments which have made it completely
curable. Vaccines are recommended for girls from 9 to 26 before they become sexually active.
There have been questions regarding vaccinations against HPV for boys. The vaccine does not
only reduce the risk for HPV, but also decreases the risk of getting non-cancerous anal and
penile cancers and genital warts. Both are more uncommon than cervical cancer. Yearly, about
5,820 anal cancer cases are discovered, and about 3,680 of them are from women.
Cervical cancer vaccines can stop the costs related to the pap tests. It can also save lives. HPV is
capable to cause vagina, anus and vulvar cancer. It can also cause head and neck, genital, as
well as plantar warts. Regular screening from age of 21 and using condoms regularly can reduce
the risk. Vaccines are the most efficient measures in girls who have not been exposed to diverse
HPV types. This Cervical cancer affects women in their reproductive years and hinders the
capacity of child bearing, therefore it is better to have the vaccination at earlier stages.
The securities of vaccines have never been a dilemma since, there are negative live viruses and
are extremely safe. Common side effects may be redness or soreness and occasionally fever
and headache may also occur. OTC medications and fever may relieve from these effects. Latest
medications are constantly monitored by the regulatory authorities and public health and so
vaccines are reliable and safe.
Do HPV Vaccines Have Side Effects?
HPV vaccines show side effects that one should face, which include: swelling and pain around
the injected area which can be relieved by ice. Some experienced blisters and diarrhea around
the injected area.
When to Get Vaccinated?
Before a woman becomes sexually active, she should be vaccinated. According to statistics,
most women are too late to be vaccinated and this should be corrected. The earlier, the better.

At this time, the health specialists and activists are young girls between the age group of 12-15,
from the time they attain their puberty.
In the coming years, the results regarding women who have been vaccinated will be revealed.
Experts are positive to receive higher results. The cervical cancer vaccine is the best way to
prevent cervical cancer.

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