Cervical cancer vaccination?

Question: About a couple of minutes ago, my mother told me that I will be going to the doctor's office on August 26, 2006. She said it is for a check up and also said I may need a vaccine. A cervical cancer vaccine. Since I have a phobia of needles, I am extremely afraid. Will it be more or less painful than any other vaccination? How terrifying is it?

I am also 12. Will I really need one at my age?

Answers:
It is actually a HPV (Human Pappiloma Virus) Vaccine. It is recommended for girls before they become sexually active because HPV is transmitted through sexual contact. About 80% of women have HPV and most of them don't even know it. There are over 100 strains of HPV, 4 of which are known to cause cervical cancer, those are the ones the vaccine protects against. As for the vaccine itself, it is a series of 3 intramuscular injections, similar to a tetanus shot. You may feel some soreness and stiffness at the site of the injection for a day or two after the injection. As a nurse, I highly recommend getting the vaccine. Cervical cancer has a tendacy to spread very quickly and can be very fatal. Any protection is a bonus. You're doctor should explain everything to you before you get the vaccine. Just ask him/her the same questions you asked us.

--Stacey

Other Answers:
I don't know how painfull it might be, but if it can save your life you should do it. And now is the best time for it at your age. P.S.---- if you are afraid of needles, don't look, focus on something else.

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Yes, get the vaccine, it can save your life, Listen to the nurse who wrote in, she has very good advice.

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Dont worry. I am here to help :)

First watch this video http://tinyurl.com/gwqe9

then email me: I'mready@conspiracyudecide.com

Godbless :)

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