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If i already have hpv and am at stage of cin2, can i take the hpv vaccine after my cone biopsy to prevent the further development of possible cancer?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Vaccine OK...: ...but it won't have any effect on your current infection. The HPV vaccine is excellent in preventing new HPV infections, but has no effect on existing ones.

Answered 2/25/2018

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A member asked:

If i already have hpv and am at stage of cin2, can i take the hpv vaccine after my cone biopsy to prevent the further development of possible cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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