Patient's question:
Female, 24 years old. I heard from a friend that the incidence of cervical cancer is particularly high now. If you get vaccinated, you can prevent it. Can the third dose of HPV vaccine be given early?Doctor's answer:
Internationally, HPV vaccination is typically administered in 3 doses, with the injections spaced out three times: at the first instance, eight months after the first dose, and eleven months after the first dose. Except for the second dose, which can be self-scheduled, the third dose must be administered according to the prescribed schedule. It cannot be given early, but it can be slightly delayed, usually by about two weeks, to avoid interfering with the vaccination's effectiveness. During this period, it is also important to maintain a light diet and proper rest to prevent fatigue.