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A member asked:
If i have a high risk of cancer since it runs in my family should i get the hpv vaccine or is that just for the std virus?
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HPV: vaccine can help decrease cervical cancer as it helps keep the cause of the cancer away. ] Talk to your FP or GYN to see if this for you
Answered 9/26/2014
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Get vaccinated: Even with your family history, you're probably not at increased risk of HPV-related cancers. But all people should get the vaccine that prevents 4 of the genital HPV types, especially at your age, regardless of apparent risk. The frequency of genital HPV and HPV-related cancers is the same in people with very few and very many sex partners. Why take any risk when it's so easily prevented?
Answered 11/29/2014
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