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F w/ hpv and my bf has hpv. i have low risk. he never had a bo.if we both receive the vaccine will we be able 2 have unprotected. he doesn't want wart?

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HPV: Vaccine reduces but doesn't completely prevent infection.

Answered 2/27/2013

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