GARDASIL®9 is a vaccine that helps protect boys, men and individuals with a penis against 9 HPV types that can lead to certain HPV-related cancers and genital warts.
Most men who have an HPV infection do not have any symptoms and most infections will go away without treatment. Genital warts are often the only visible sign that a person is infected. Persistent HPV infections in men can lead to cancers of the anus.
There is no screening test for
HPV in men; HPV vaccination is
one of
the best ways to
help protect yourself.
Men should have regular health exams and can be examined by their
doctor
for genital warts caused by HPV and signs of HPV-related cancers.
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Small, cauliflower-like growths that may itch or burn. They can be raised or flat, small or large, and grow alone or in clusters.
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Symptoms can include anal bleeding, difficulty passing stools, pain, lumps, itching or discharge.
HPV vaccination is one of the top ways to help protect yourself against certain HPV-related cancers and diseases.
You can also help reduce your risk of HPV infection by:
Limiting your number of sexual partners
Using a condom correctly and consistently
Not smoking
Find out how you can get your GARDASIL®9 vaccine in 3 simple steps! You can also begin the process by connecting with a virtual healthcare provider and finding a vaccination site near you.
Yes. GARDASIL®9 can be administered in boys and men ages 9 to 45, to help protect against infection caused by HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58 and the following diseases caused by HPV:
For more information about GARDASIL®9, talk to your healthcare professional.
Yes. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the world today and can affect any man or woman who is sexually active. Men or women who have an HPV infection can spread the virus to their partner without knowing it because they may not have any visible symptoms or know they are infected.
Using condoms may reduce your chances of getting HPV, but it is highly contagious, and condoms do not provide full protection. It only protects the area it covers. A person can get infected from having vaginal, anal or oral sex with someone who is infected – even from skin-to-skin sexual activity without penetration. That said, using a condom is a great way to reduce your risk of HPV infection, not to mention an excellent way to protect against other sexually transmitted infections.
For more information about GARDASIL®9, talk to your healthcare professional.
There is no screening test for HPV in men. Men can be examined by their doctor for genital warts caused by HPV and signs of HPV-related cancers. Most men who have an HPV infection do not have any symptoms. Genital warts are often the only visible sign that a person is infected.
Both men and women should visit a doctor for regular health exams if they think they are at risk of contracting HPV.
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In girls and women aged 9 through 45, GARDASIL®9 helps protect against cervical, vaginal, vulvar and anal cancers caused by HPV types 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58, abnormal and precancerous cervical lesions as found in a Pap test caused by HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58, abnormal and precancerous vaginal, vulvar and anal lesions caused by HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58, and genital warts caused by HPV types 6 and 11. In boys and men aged 9 through 45, GARDASIL®9 helps protect against anal cancer caused by HPV types 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58, and abnormal and precancerous anal lesions caused by HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58. It also helps protect boys and men aged 9 through 45 against genital warts caused by HPV types 6 and 11.
GARDASIL®9 does not treat HPV infection, cancer or prevent its complications. GARDASIL®9 may not fully protect each person who gets it. GARDASIL®9 does not remove the need for cervical cancer screening; women should still get routine cervical cancer screening. GARDASIL®9 is not recommended for use in pregnant women. As with other vaccines, GARDASIL®9 may cause some side effects and allergic reactions. The most common side effects seen are pain, swelling, redness, itching, bruising, bleeding, a lump where the shot is given, headache, fever, nausea, dizziness, tiredness, diarrhea, abdominal pain and sore throat. This is not a complete list of side effects; for any unexpected effects while
taking GARDASIL®9, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Contact your doctor or healthcare professional to if GARDASIL®9 is suitable for you.
Information about GARDASIL®9 is provided in the Product Monograph and Consumer Information, available here.
HPV=human papillomavirus.