Where is cervical cancer vaccine injected?

HPV vaccines should be administered intramuscularly in the deltoid region of the upper arm or in the higher anterolateral area of the thigh.

What does the cervical cancer vaccine feel like?

Possible side effects Pain, redness, or swelling in the arm where the shot was given. Fever. Dizziness or fainting (fainting after any vaccine, including HPV vaccine, is more common among adolescents than others) Nausea.

How many shots are required for cervical cancer vaccine?

The CDC recommends that all 11- and 12-year-olds receive two doses of HPV vaccine at least six months apart. Younger adolescents ages 9 and 10 and teens ages 13 and 14 also can receive vaccination on the two-dose schedule. Research has shown that the two-dose schedule is effective for children under 15.

What is the right age for cervical cancer vaccine?

The Indian Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Immunization (IAPCOI) recommends offering HPV vaccine to all females who can afford the vaccine. Vaccination can be given to females as young as 9 years as well as in those aged 13–26 years who have not previously completed vaccination.

At what age should a girl get the HPV vaccine?

CDC recommends HPV vaccination at age 11 or 12 years (or can start at age 9 years) and for everyone through age 26 years, if not vaccinated already.

What is the most painful vaccination?

The groundbreaking vaccine that prevents cervical cancer in girls is gaining a reputation as the most painful of childhood shots, health experts say.

Does cervical cancer vaccine hurt?

The cervical cancer vaccine may cause some mild side effects, including soreness and redness at the injection site, fatigue, dizziness, headaches, nausea and vomiting. Remaining seated for about 15 minutes after you receive the vaccine may help you avoid some of these issues.

What if I miss my second HPV shot?

If your child has the first dose of the vaccine as part of the free program but misses the second dose, they will need to ‘catch up’ this dose. Your local school immunisation provider will usually contact you if a dose has been missed.

How safe is cervical cancer vaccine?

Researchers have tested the vaccines in more than 11,000 females, ages 9 to 26, around the world. They’ve concluded that the vaccines are safe and cause no serious side effects. The FDA has reviewed the studies and agrees.

Can the HPV vaccine paralyze you?

Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an extremely rare reaction that can occur after an infection or after vaccination. It causes progressive paralysis that eventually disappears, but can sometimes have permanent effects.