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I have hsv 1 & hsv2 can the meningitis shot protect me against catching meningitis...with this virus?
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Confusing question: The meningococcal vaccines help your body develop antibodies to the bacterial germ strains included in the vaccine. It has nothing to do with HPV or viral causes of meningitis.
Answered 4/24/2016
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