Recently, the news that a Hubei woman was diagnosed with cervical cancer three years after receiving HPV vaccine has aroused widespread concern in the society. Many netizens expressed doubts about this, wondering why they still suffer from cervical cancer after receiving the vaccine to prevent cervical cancer. In this regard, medical experts explained, emphasizing that although HPV vaccination can significantly reduce the incidence of cervical cancer, it cannot completely avoid the occurrence of cervical cancer. Here's a detailed breakdown of the incident.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the main pathogen of cervical cancer, and some high-risk HPV types are directly related to the occurrence of cervical cancer. HPV vaccines have been developed to prevent high-risk HPV infection, thereby reducing the incidence of cervical cancer. At present, the HPV vaccines on the market mainly target several high-risk types of HPV, and vaccination can effectively prevent infection with these viruses.
Although the HPV vaccine can prevent many high-risk HPV infections and significantly reduce the risk of cervical cancer, it is important to note that the vaccine does not cover all types of HPV that cause cervical cancer. In addition, it takes time for the protective effect of the vaccine to become apparent, and there may be differences in immune response between vaccinated individuals. Therefore, even if you are vaccinated against HPV, you cannot completely rule out the possibility of cervical cancer.
Regarding the case of a Hubei woman suffering from cervical cancer three years after receiving the HPV vaccine, the doctor explained that this incident does not mean that the HPV vaccine is ineffective. Illness after vaccination can be related to a variety of factors, including but not limited to differences in individual immune systems, high-risk HPV infections other than the types of HPV covered by the vaccine, and HPV infections that were present before vaccination.
Doctors stressed that the prevention of cervical cancer cannot rely solely on HPV vaccination. To prevent cervical cancer more effectively, the following measures are recommended:
Regular screenings: Regular cervical cancer screening, such as liquid-based cytology and HPV DNA testing, can detect cervical precancerous lesions or early cervical cancer at an early stage.
Healthy lifestyleMaintaining a healthy lifestyle, such as quitting smoking and reducing multiple sexual partners, can reduce the risk of cervical cancer.
Get vaccinated against HPV: Although vaccines do not completely prevent cervical cancer, they are still an effective means of reducing the risk of cervical cancer.
In conclusion, the HPV vaccine is one of the important means to prevent cervical cancer, but it is not a panacea. Effective prevention of cervical cancer requires a combination of measures, including but not limited to vaccination, regular cervical cancer screening, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In the face of cervical cancer prevention, we need to have a comprehensive and scientific understanding and actively take various effective measures to jointly reduce the incidence of cervical cancer. The doctor responded that he had cervical cancer 3 years after receiving the HPV vaccine