What gynecological examinations are needed before getting the cervical cancer vaccine?
Feb 07, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Before receiving the HPV vaccine, preliminary cervical cancer screening is recommended. Hospitals commonly use cervical TCT and HPV testing for this purpose. The HPV vaccine primarily works by preventing HPV infection, thereby significantly reducing the incidence of cervical cancer. Regular cervical cancer screening combined with HPV vaccination constitutes a highly effective strategy for cervical cancer prevention and control.
Before receiving the HPV vaccine, it is recommended to undergo initial cervical cancer screening. Hospitals commonly use cervical TCT and HPV testing for this purpose. The HPV vaccine primarily works by preventing HPV infection, thereby significantly reducing the incidence of cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is a preventable disease, and regular cervical cancer screening combined with HPV vaccination is a highly effective prevention strategy. HPV infection is mainly transmitted through sexual activity. Women who are already sexually active may have been infected with certain types of HPV virus, and in such cases, vaccination offers limited preventive benefit. Moreover, the vaccine does not have any therapeutic effect. Therefore, it is advisable to undergo TCT and HPV testing before vaccination. If cervical cancer or precancerous lesions are detected, timely and effective treatment can be provided.
Most cervical abnormalities are caused by HPV, and HPV infection itself often presents no symptoms, making screening essential. Furthermore, even after receiving the HPV vaccine, individuals should continue to undergo regular cervical cancer screening.
