If I didn't finish my HPV vaccine program and it has been 3 years, do I have to start over?

Doctor's Answers 1

If it is within one year, you can continue the dose.

But if it's 3 years, unfortunately, the vaccine will have to be repeated again.

So, if it's within one year, you can still go for the third vaccine no problem, but beyond that, three years is too long. So, if you do the last jab now, there is no guarantee that it is going to work.

Similar Questions

Can one be fully protected against HPV with a vaccine?

No. There are more than 100 different strains of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Some of them are known to cause Genital Warts, which is an STI, whereas others are linked to skin warts on the feet, fingers etc, but are not STI. HPV that causes genital warts are usually spread by direct skin-to-skin contact during sexual exposure (vaginal, anal and oral) or even heavy petting. The transmission occurs when warts are present but is also possible even when there are no visible signs. There are individuals who carry the virus for months and years but do not show signs.

Photo of Human

Answered By

Human

Why should males get the HPV vaccine?

Males also can get protection for warts, which are irritating cauliflower growths that can happen anywhere on the body. Also males can be protected against anal and penile cancer. Lastly, males can protect their partners from getting cancers related toHPV.

Photo of Dr Paul Ang

Answered By

Dr Paul Ang

General Practitioner

Ask any health question for free

I’m not so sure about a procedure...

Ask Icon Ask a Question

Join Human

Sign up now for a free Human account to get answers from specialists in Singapore.

Sign Up

Get The Pill

Be healthier with our Bite-sized health news straight in your inbox