HPV Vaccine – OB/GYN Physicians

The HPV vaccine can prevent certain cancers and other diseases caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). The most common are cancers of the back of the throat, tongue, and tonsils.

HPV can also cause cancers of the vulva and vagina in women, cancer of the penis in men, and cancer of the anus in women and men. The HPV vaccine is important because it could prevent the HPV infections that cause most of these cancers.

Please contact Brooklyn GYN Place if you are looking for an “HPV vaccine near me”. Protecting against HPV infection and associated diseases is the mission of Brooklyn GYN Place.

HPV Vaccine

GARDASIL is the only human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine that helps protect against 4 types of HPV. In girls and young women ages 9 to 26, GARDASIL helps protect against 2 types of HPV that cause about 75% of cervical cancer cases and 2 more types that cause 90% of genital warts cases. In boys and young men ages 9 to 26, GARDASIL helps protect against 90% of genital warts cases.

GARDASIL also helps protect girls and young women ages 9 to 26 against 70% of vaginal cancer cases and up to 50% of vulvar cancer cases.

GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone, nor will it protect against diseases caused by other HPV types or against diseases not caused by HPV. GARDASIL does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it’s important for women to continue routine cervical cancer screenings. GARDASIL does not treat cancer or genital warts. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months.

We may recommend a Colposcopy if your pelvic exam and Pap test appear abnormal.

When Should My Child Be Vaccinated?

The HPV vaccine is recommended for preteen boys and girls at age 11 or 12, so they are protected before ever being exposed to the virus. HPV vaccine also produces a more robust immune response during the preteen years. Finally, older teens are less likely to get health check-ups than preteens. If your teen hasn’t gotten the vaccine yet, talk to their doctor or nurse about getting it for them as soon as possible.

Finding HPV Vaccine Near Me

When looking for effective ways to prevent HPV infections and associated medical conditions, choose a fully licensed gynecology practice offering HPV vaccine near you, such as GARDASIL. The board-certified OB/GYNs at Brooklyn GYN Place provide GARDASIL to boys and young men as well as girls and young women ages 9 to 26 to protect against genital warts cases and vaginal cancer. If you are pregnant, allergic to yeast, or ill, you should not be vaccinated.

HPV Vaccine for Men

Men cannot develop cervical cancer, but the HPV vaccine may prevent genital and anal warts, anal cancer, and the spread of HPV to sexual partners. Gardasil is approved for males ages 9 through 26, and Gardasil 9 is approved for use in males ages 9 through 15.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Anyone who is allergic to the ingredients of GARDASIL, including those severely allergic to yeast, should not receive the vaccine. GARDASIL is not for women who are pregnant.

HPV Vaccine Side Effects

The side effects of GARDASIL include:

• Pain
• Swelling
• Itching
• Bruising
• Redness at the injection site
• Headache
• Fever
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Vomiting
• Fainting

Fainting can happen after getting GARDASIL. Sometimes people who faint can fall and hurt themselves. For this reason, your health care professional may ask you to sit or lie down for 15 minutes after you get GARDASIL. Some people who faint might shake or become stiff. This may require evaluation or treatment by your health care professional.

Only a doctor or health care professional can decide if GARDASIL is right for you or your child.

You are encouraged to report the negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Do you have questions? Would like to schedule an appointment with the top obgyn doctor in Brooklyn Heights, please contact our Brooklyn Heights office.

Dr. Amir Marashi, MD
Brooklyn GYN Place
142 Joralemon Street, Suite 4CF
Brooklyn, NY 11201‎
(Brooklyn Heights)
718-624-0604