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    Eser AĞAR, MD, Asst. Prof. of Medicine
    Wart Treatment Center
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HPV VACCINE

What is HPV Vaccine?

HPV vaccines are an effective tool in the prevention of cervical cancer, and are produced with recombinant technology. These vaccines contain virus-like particles that activate the immune system. However, these particles do not contain the virus's genetic material (DNA), so they cannot cause disease, but they enable the body to build a strong immune response.

There are three types of HPV vaccines available in Turkey.

  • Bivalent Vaccine : This vaccine provides protection against types 16 and 18 of HPV. These types carry a high risk of causing cancer. However, this vaccine is not effective in preventing the formation of genital warts and it has been off the market for a while.
  • Quadrivalent Vaccine : This vaccine provides 100% protection against types 6, 11, 16, and 18 of HPV. Type 6 and 11 cause most genital warts, while types 16 and 18 are the most common types causing cervical cancer.
  • Nonavalent Vaccine : This vaccine provides protection against types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58 of HPV. This is the broadest spectrum vaccine. It prevents both genital warts and reduces the cancer risk caused by high-risk HPV types.

How Many Doses of HPV Vaccine?

The number of doses and their timing depend on the patient's age. The dose number and timing for the quadrivalent and nonavalent vaccines available on the market are the same. 2 doses are given at 0-6 months to individuals aged 9-14, while 3 doses are given at 0-2 and 6 months to individuals aged 15 and over.


Side Effects of HPV Vaccine

HPV vaccines are considered very safe and serious side effects are rare. Mild side effects include pain and redness at the injection site, and rarely a mild fever. In young girls, fainting due to fear of needles can rarely be observed. Therefore, the vaccine should be administered in a healthcare facility.


Things You Should Know About HPV Vaccines

  • HPV vaccines are injected into the muscle, usually the non-dominant shoulder is preferred.
  • HPV vaccines are generally not recommended for pregnant women, but the vaccine can be safely administered during breastfeeding. Pregnancy planning is important in determining the vaccine schedule because pregnancy can affect the vaccine calendar.
  • HPV infects women and men equally, so it is important that both sexes are vaccinated.
  • HPV vaccines can also be administered to people over 45.
  • Vaccines can speed up the elimination of HPV from the body.
  • The vaccine is not effective against warts on the hands and feet.
  • Vaccines can be given with other vaccines with a one-month interval.

Where is HPV Vaccine Administered?

Both the quadrivalent and nonavalent HPV vaccines are administered at our Wart Treatment Center. We follow up on our patients' vaccine timing at our center. We prevent delays by calling patients when it's time for their dose and making dose reminders.


HPV Vaccine Prices

The price of HPV Vaccine varies periodically. It rarely decreases, but mostly increases with inflation rates. We cannot share the price of the HPV Vaccine on our website due to the rules of the Ministry of Health. You can learn the price of the HPV Vaccine and get a vaccination appointment by calling 0505 260 72 38 and 0 850 490 14 78.


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HPV Statistics

In patients with cervical cancer

have HPV virus

98%

No HPV Virus

2%

Eser AĞAR, MD, Asst. Prof. of Medicine

Wart Treatment Center


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