The person Im dating has just told me that his last girlfriend gave him HPV. Im going to my dr to get tested and to get the gardasil shot next month. I heard it takes 3 shots. I havent had any sexual contact with him yet. Do i have to wait to have sex with him until after all 3 shots (which is over 6 months right)
Hi thanks for asking question. This Ardabil vaccine is providing protection against HPV. It is given at 0, 2, 6 month schedule as 3 doses. It provides full protection 90% approx. After completion of all 3 dose. Your partner also has to be examined by doctor to rule out HPV. The vaccine also available for male also. If he is free from HPV then sex can be done with him. But if he is in high risk or infected with HPV, yet then vaccine single dose will not protect you, surely. For maximum benefit 3 doses must be completed. Take decision according to partners current status of HPV, whether he is infected or not. I hope my suggestion will help you.