Although the body can clear most HPV infections naturally, there are often no symptoms during the infection. However, if the infection persists long-term, it may lead to related diseases!

Additionally, men have a higher rate of HPV infection than women. When infected, men are also at risk of developing related diseases, such as genital warts. Therefore, many international health organizations recommend that both men and women take preventive measures against HPV.

Studies show that only a small percentage of men develop antibodies after HPV infection, and even those who do may not be protected against reinfection. This highlights the importance of early prevention through HPV vaccination.

Yes! In addition to practicing safe sex, joint prevention against HPV can significantly reduce the risk of infection. HPV is extremely common — even with only one lifetime sexual partner, the risk of infection remains as high as 58.4%*.

Moreover, HPV has a long latency period, meaning your partner might not know when they were infected. That’s why it’s essential to get vaccinated proactively to protect both yourself and your partner.

It is advisable to consult a healthcare professional first. Having been sexually active does not necessarily mean you have contracted HPV. Even if infected with one or more HPV types, vaccination can still help protect against other preventable strains. Additionally, studies show that HPV vaccination provides sustained protection.

Women should undergo regular Pap smear tests to help detect cervical changes and allow for early treatment. Currently, there are no routine screening methods for men, so they should take preventive measures to avoid discovering issues only after symptoms arise!

The incubation period for HPV can last up to 10 years, and currently, there are no specific medications available to treat HPV in the body.

It is advisable to consult a professional. Preventing HPV can still protect against infection from other HPV types that have not been contracted.

Yes, it is necessary. Preventing HPV does not cover all high-risk HPV types, and it is ineffective against HPV that has already been contracted. Therefore, regular cervical exams and Pap smears are recommended.

If the HPV virus cannot be cleared by the body, it can lead to diseases, and these changes may appear ten years after infection, increasing the chance of developing cancer. Therefore, even if there is no sexual activity or after menopause, it is still necessary to consult a doctor about Pap smears and HPV prevention.

Actually, the best time to prevent HPV is before sexual activity begins. The American Cancer Society recommends the optimal age for vaccination to be 9-12 years old. Research shows that vaccinating against HPV during adolescence does not increase the likelihood of engaging in sexual activity. Parents should actively be concerned about and understand their children’s social circles and provide them with proper sex education.

The safety of HPV prevention has been certified by various international authorities, and many countries have included HPV vaccination in their childhood immunization programs. Some nations even support the vaccination of eligible males against HPV.

The World Health Organization states that there is currently no data indicating that HPV prevention affects fertility. However, treatments for HPV-related diseases may impact fertility.

If a woman is infected with HPV, there is a rare chance that she could transmit the virus to her baby during the delivery process, which may affect the next generation.

First, each box of HPV vaccine syringes will have a unique serial number, and once a drug is registered in Hong Kong, the packaging must display the registration number from the Drug Office of the Department of Health.

You can search for registered pharmaceutical products at the Drug Office: Search Drug Database.

Additionally, each legitimate product provided by the manufacturer is labeled with a production batch number, which must also be printed on the outside of the drug packaging. Customers can directly contact the manufacturer to verify this number for authenticity.

For more information and contact details about Merck & Co., Inc.’s subsidiary Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. (“MSD”), please visit MSD Contact or call +852 3971 2800.

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Mong Kok Branch: 11th Floor, Langham Place Office Tower, 8 Argyle Street, Kowloon
Monday to Saturday: 14:00 – 17:00

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Monday to Saturday: 15:00 – 17:00

If clients undergo health checkups in the morning, they can also arrange to receive the cervical cancer vaccine.

^Source: HPV Hong Kong