Can I still receive the cervical cancer vaccine if I have flat warts?
Disease description:
My cousin has flat warts and recently wants to receive the cervical cancer vaccine. She would like to know whether it's still possible to get the cervical cancer vaccine while having flat warts.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
You can still receive the cervical cancer vaccine if you have flat warts. Flat warts are primarily caused by low-risk types of human papillomavirus (such as HPV-3, HPV-5), while the cervical cancer vaccine is mainly used to prevent infections from high-risk types of human papillomavirus, such as HPV 16 and 18. Therefore, the presence of flat warts does not affect the administration of the cervical cancer vaccine. Vaccination can still effectively prevent infections from other high-risk HPV types and reduce the risk of cervical cancer and related diseases. Before vaccination, it is recommended to consult a doctor to ensure you meet the vaccination criteria and follow the relevant vaccination procedures.
