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Is hpv vaccination done for kids too?
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HPV: The recommendation is 12 yrs of age after weighing the risks and benefits.
Answered 5/29/2013
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Maybe in future: The initial research and data gathered for licensing in the us targeted preteens and young women. Currently data support effectiveness for those 9-26, but data for younger patients was not submitted. It may gain support for earlier use in the future, but approval for earlier use may take years if sought by producers.
Answered 6/9/2013
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Starts At Age 9YEARS: This is series of three doses and 1st dose can be given as early as 9 years age
Answered 3/31/2015
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