About Human Papillomavirus
Key Highlights
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Prevention-Focused: Centers on vaccination to prevent infection from cancer-causing HPV strains.Holistic Health Management: Internal Medicine doctors provide comprehensive care, considering overall patient health alongside HPV risk.Expert Counseling: Offers detailed education on transmission, risks, and long-term health implications.listrongCoordination of Care:/strong Facilitates necessary referrals for specialized screenings (e.g., gynecology) and manages ongoing surveillance./lilistrongNon-Invasive:/strong Primary management involves vaccination and monitoring, not surgical procedures./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Routine immunization for adolescents and young adults as per national guidelines (typically ages 9-26, and sometimes older).
- Catch-up vaccination for individuals who missed the recommended schedule.
- Management and counseling for patients with a known history of HPV infection or abnormal cervical screening results.
- Pre-vaccination consultation for patients with questions about efficacy, side effects, or eligibility.
- Health maintenance visits where discussing cancer prevention strategies is appropriate.
How to prepare
- Review of patient's medical history, including allergies (especially to vaccine components) and current medications.
- Discussion of the vaccine schedule (2 or 3 doses depending on age at initiation) and what to expect.
- No specific fasting or physical preparation is required for the vaccination itself.
- For related screenings (like Pap smears), patients may be advised to avoid intercourse, douches, or vaginal medications for 24-48 hours prior.
- Wearing loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access to the upper arm (typical injection site) is recommended.
Risks & possible complications
- Vaccine-related: Mild side effects like pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site, fever, headache, or fatigue.
- Allergic Reactions: Rare severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) to vaccine components.
- Syncope: Fainting can occur, especially in adolescents, after any injection.
- No treatment for existing infection: The vaccine prevents new infections but does not treat existing HPV infections or related diseases.
- Psychological Distress: Anxiety or stress related to diagnosis of HPV infection or abnormal screening results.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate post-vaccination: Observation for 15-30 minutes to monitor for any immediate adverse reactions.
- Manage mild side effects with rest, hydration, and over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen if needed.
- Use a cool compress on the injection site to reduce soreness and swelling.
- No activity restrictions; patients can resume normal daily activities immediately.
- Schedule follow-up doses as per the recommended timeline (0, 1-2, and 6 months schedule for the 3-dose series).
- Continue with routine health screenings (e.g., Pap smears) as advised, as vaccination does not replace regular cervical cancer screening.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 1-2 days (for minor vaccine side effects)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering human papillomavirus in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for human papillomavirus in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform human papillomavirus. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
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