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6 Myths About the HPV Vaccine Doctors Wish Would Fade Away For Good

Myths About the HPV Vaccine

6 Myths About the HPV Vaccine Doctors Wish Would Fade Away For Good

June 20, 2020 by Laurel Niedospial

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MYTH: I Don't Need to Be Vaccinated If I Already Have HPV

Even if you already have HPV, it's a good idea to get the vaccine. "The vaccine may still protect against other strains of HPV," Dr. Chalas said. "The vaccine may also decrease the risk of recurrence of precancerous lesions after initial treatment."

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