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hurrayupmom
06-13-2008, 12:09 PM
Today we had an appointment for the last dosage of HPV shot. Have any of you had your daughter get this. Both endo and ped. recommended it. Our insurance does not cover the cost. Because it is not required to go to public school. It is very expensive. Just wondering thoughts on this.
hurrayupmom
06-13-2008, 12:10 PM
That should We HAVE an appointment today.:D
I asked about this in the immunization post:
http://forums.childrenwithdiabetes.com/showthread.php?t=17409&highlight=immunizations
Buried way down in there - but My Dana posted some good info on page 5.
I am still undecided about getting my kids this immunization. I may wait until they are older, but I still have lots of questions about it!
Mama2H
06-13-2008, 12:17 PM
Ok, My Dana, would you please repost that link :o I am way to lazy to read that thread again. It took me all morning the last time :eek:
It is at the top of page 5 ~ no having to reread the entire thing :D
Mama2H
06-13-2008, 12:37 PM
Thanks Becky!
hawkeyegirl
06-13-2008, 12:37 PM
Here's a link to the CDC page on Gardasil. http://www.cdc.gov/std/Hpv/STDFact-HPV-vaccine.htm
FYI, the site that MyDana linked to is an site that appears to be anti-vaccines. The "doctor" is also not a medical doctor, but a chiropractor. He has some interesting opinions.
hurrayupmom
06-13-2008, 12:39 PM
Thanks also, I just found it. But now even more concerned. my ob dr. also suggested to do shots now Tori is 11 and Tay is 15. Neither is active in any way. we have already done 2 dosages .
hawkeyegirl
06-13-2008, 12:43 PM
Thanks also, I just found it. But now even more concerned. my ob dr. also suggested to do shots now Tori is 11 and Tay is 15. Neither is active in any way. we have already done 2 dosages .
I'm on the fence when it comes to the Gardasil vaccine, but look at the CDC link I posted above. They prefer to immunize girls before they are sexually active, because the vaccine is not as effective once you already have one of the strains of the virus. This is addressed in the CDCs FAQs page.
Thanks also, I just found it. But now even more concerned. my ob dr. also suggested to do shots now Tori is 11 and Tay is 15. Neither is active in any way. we have already done 2 dosages .
Since you have already done two doses, I would complete the sessions! I also agree with HawkeyGirl about the link being anti vaccination all together - but I do think it helps to see both sides!
Like I said, I haven't completely ruled it on or ruled it out - I am putting it off until the Sexually Active time comes - so maybe around the time they turn 36...
hurrayupmom
06-13-2008, 12:58 PM
I checked out the link--I will continue with the shots. I had researched it some before hand. Everything seems to point that it is better to do it early. That is why I chose to do it before. I do have 2 neices that have also done shots. same age as mine.
Lee-wishful thinking--active at age 36. :)
thebestnest5
06-13-2008, 01:04 PM
http://womenshealth.about.com/cs/stds/a/hpvcervcncrconn.htm
The types of HPVs that cause genital warts are not associated with increased cancer risks and are caused by HPV types 6 and 11. HPV types 16, 18, 31, 33, and 35 have been linked to cervical cancer. These high-risk HPVs have also been linked to increased risk of cancers of the vulva, anus, and bladder.
http://www.fda.gov/cber/products/hpvmer060806qa.htm (about the HPV types Gardasil vaccines against)
The results of the studies show that the vaccine only works when given prior to infection with HPV types 6, 11, 16 and 18.
http://www.thehpvtest.com/HPV-facts-HPV-virus-vaccine.html#canapers
Can a person still get cervical cancer and genital warts after being vaccinated? Are Pap smears and HPV testing still needed after vaccination?
http://www.thehpvtest.com/images/li_answer.gif
Yes to both questions! Even with a vaccine, women will still need a regular Pap and – if 30 or over – the HPV test. That's because:
The protection offered by the vaccine is incomplete. There are roughly 15 types of the HPV virus that can cause cervical cancer. Gardasil is designed to protect against two types of the virus that are responsible for 70 percent of all cervical cancers. However, they cannot fully protect women against the remaining 30 percent of cervical cancers that are caused by other "high-risk" types of HPV.
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http://www.cervicaldysplasia.com/
Some nutritional deficiencies also can cause cervical dysplasia. The National Cancer Institute recommends that women consume five servings of fresh vegetables or fruits each day. If you cannot do this, consider taking a daily multivitamin with antioxidants such as Vitamin E or beta-carotene.
Heather(CA)
06-13-2008, 01:09 PM
I know this thread said girls only, and I only have boys...But, if I did have girls, I would have already done it. It helps prevent Cancer, and I haven't heard anything negative about it that would not warrent my better safe than sorry attitude. I was 20 my first time, but A LOT of my friends were 14, and that was back in the early 80's. God forbid this happens but girls can be forced too. I think your doing the right thing by doing it now, then it's done, and once their active they are already protected...No matter how old they are. I hope you don't mind my giving my 2 cents, I don't have daughters, but I do have 5 nieces.:cwds:
Even though it only blocks two types of HPV these two types cause 70% of the cancer, to me it's still worth it.
hurrayupmom
06-13-2008, 03:38 PM
Heather, I agree with you on alot of points. If it helps in with my girls in their futurre health I am all for it. It there was a immunization to prevent Diabetes from occurring to anyone. We would all be for it. I also have mixed emotions of the subject of immunizations and autism and possibley diabetes.
etringali
06-13-2008, 04:10 PM
Kira's not old enough yet, but i definitely plan on getting her this vaccine. If I recall, it needs/shold be done before becoming sexually active, and as much as all parents want to believe their children would never be sexually active at a young age, it happens. My MIL and Sister, both Labor and delivery nurse have seen girls as young as 11 coming in to deliver(heartbreaking and unbelievable, I know). The better able we are to protect against something, the better imho
Jensmami
06-13-2008, 04:30 PM
Jenny will get it in August, I heard it is very painful?????? What is your experience? All though I have mixed feelings about it, because we don't know about long term implications yet, i still think there are more pro's to it.
hurrayupmom
06-13-2008, 04:45 PM
Tori said shot did not hurt much. But painful muscle afterwards for a day. Tay--said shot hurt very much, painful muscle for days. Not sure if Tori is just more resiliant to pain and Tay hates pain.
CJ's Mom
06-13-2008, 05:04 PM
[QUOTE=Heather(CA);190875] I was 20 my first time, but A LOT of my friends were 14, and that was back in the early 80's. [QUOTE]
Uhhh....this day and age, try 11 and 12 years!
[QUOTE=Heather(CA);190875] I was 20 my first time, but A LOT of my friends were 14, and that was back in the early 80's. [QUOTE]
Uhhh....this day and age, try 11 and 12 years!
No, No...36!!!!! I'm keeping my two i.so.lated!
CJ's Mom
06-13-2008, 05:16 PM
[QUOTE=CJ's Mom;191057][QUOTE=Heather(CA);190875] I was 20 my first time, but A LOT of my friends were 14, and that was back in the early 80's.
No, No...36!!!!! I'm keeping my two i.so.lated!
Mine's gonna be a nun!
hawkeyegirl
06-13-2008, 05:19 PM
No, No...36!!!!! I'm keeping my two i.so.lated!
36? Geez, why so permissive? My kids are NEVER having sex! :p
vettechmomof2
06-13-2008, 05:39 PM
who needs a shot, I have 3 xlarge dogs and a shotgun. No fears here.;)
Allene
frizzyrazzy
06-13-2008, 05:52 PM
Mine is almost 15 and we haven't done it yet. Probably we will this year at her annual physical.
Truthfully, whether you're anti-vaccine or pro-vaccine, I just find it refreshing that SOMEONE for once has paid attention to something that effects women. For far too long women got the short end of the health care stick. It's a step in the right direction for women.
etringali
06-13-2008, 06:38 PM
Truthfully, whether you're anti-vaccine or pro-vaccine, I just find it refreshing that SOMEONE for once has paid attention to something that effects women. For far too long women got the short end of the health care stick. It's a step in the right direction for women.
Amen to that!
staciebco
06-13-2008, 06:48 PM
[QUOTE=CJ's Mom;191057][QUOTE=Heather(CA);190875] I was 20 my first time, but A LOT of my friends were 14, and that was back in the early 80's.
No, No...36!!!!! I'm keeping my two i.so.lated!
I'm alittle more lenient than you. I told Ashton she can start to think about sex when she turns 30! ;) She, of course, rolled her eyes at me and said "Get Real, Mom!" This is her typical response whenever I say something she thinks is such a Mom thing to say!
Heather(CA)
06-14-2008, 03:21 AM
Mine is almost 15 and we haven't done it yet. Probably we will this year at her annual physical.
Truthfully, whether you're anti-vaccine or pro-vaccine, I just find it refreshing that SOMEONE for once has paid attention to something that effects women. For far too long women got the short end of the health care stick. It's a step in the right direction for women.
Unfortunately, that is too true:(