I did not know there's this vaccination called "Cervical Cancer Vaccination" until my bestie, Sf told me abt it and she has went for all her 3 jabs of vaccination after giving birth. She kept telling me to go and tk my injection as it's always gd to do prevention. So i've decided to go for it & b4 i went for it, i did some research about it & compare the prices of different hospital & clinics which i think might help some of u if u have not went for it. There's 2 types of vaccination for Cervical Cancer which is Gardasil & Cervarix.
GARDASIL is the only human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine that helps protect against 4 types of HPV. In girls and young women ages 9 to 26, GARDASIL helps protect against 2 types of HPV that cause about 75% of cervical cancer cases, and 2 more types that cause 90% of genital warts cases. In boys and young men ages 9 to 26, GARDASIL helps protect against 90% of genital warts cases.
GARDASIL also helps protect girls and young women ages 9 to 26 against 70% of vaginal cancer cases and up to 50% of vulvar cancer cases.
GARDASIL may not fully protect everyone, nor will it protect against diseases caused by other HPV types or against diseases not caused by HPV. GARDASIL does not prevent all types of cervical cancer, so it’s important for women to continue routine cervical cancer screenings. GARDASIL does not treat cancer or genital warts. GARDASIL is given as 3 injections over 6 months.
Cervarix is a vaccine against certain types of cancer-causing human papillomavirus (HPV).
Cervarix is designed to prevent infection from HPV types 16 and 18, that cause about 70% of cervical cancer cases. These types also cause some other genital cancers and some oropharyngeal cancers. Additionally, some cross-reactive protection against virus strains 45 and 31 were shown in clinical trials.[2] Cervarix also contains AS04, a proprietary adjuvant that has been found to boost the immune system response for a longer period of time.
What is Cervical Cancer?
Cervical cancer is malignan neoplasm of the cervix uteri or cervical area. It may present with vaginal bleeding, but symptoms may be absent until the cancer is in its advanced stages. Treatment consists of surgery (including local excision) in early stages and chemotherapy and radiotherapy in advanced stages of the disease.
What Causes Cervical Cancer?
Most cervical cancer is caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). Not all types of HPV will causes cervical cancer. Most women able to fight HPV infection. But some HPV virus lead to cancer. Only infected by the high risk HPV (cancer causing) will causes cervical cancer. These infections are asymptomatic and majority will resolve without any need for treatment. However, in some cases, the HPV infection can lead to the risk of progression to cervical cancer. This process can take more than 10 years.
Cervical cancer ranks second to breast cancer as the most common cancer among women in the Asia-Pacific region, data released at the meeting showed. - AFP/vm
According to the Health Promotion Board, a woman is diagnosed with cervical cancer every two days. Worldwide, over 280,000 women die from the disease every year.
Any Side Effects after the injections:
Yes, the studies show that the vaccines are extremely safe. There are no live viruses in the vaccines. The most common side effects are redness and soreness where the shot was given. Headaches (like when you have a cold or fever) are also common. Fever can also occur. Over-the-counter pain and fever medications will help if you have symptoms.
As with any new medication, safety issues will continue to be monitored by public health and regulatory authorities.
While doctors here say the side effects of the jabs are minimal, British newspaper The Telegraph reported on Tuesday that around 1,500 women in Britain who have taken Cervarix jabs experienced adverse reactions such as paralysis, convulsions and sight problems.
Dr Beh said: "There is no proven correlation between the vaccines and these nervous disorders, which can happen naturally in the population."
Dr Wong Seng Weng, medical oncologist at The Cancer Centre, said: "Some of the more serious side effects may not even be directly linked to the vaccines. Overall, the vaccines appear fairly safe."
When is it best to get ur injection?
Ideally, females should get vaccinated before they become sexually active. This is because the vaccines are most effective in girls/women who have not yet been exposed to the types of HPV covered by the vaccines. Girls/women who have not been exposed or infected with these types get the full benefit of the vaccine.
Prices that i've checked out:
Spore General Hospital - $131/ Jab
Khoo Teck Phuat Hosptal (Yishun )- $130 / Jab or $373 for 3 jabs (full payment during first jab)
Thomson Medical Hospital - $520+ for 3 jabs ( can't use Medisave)
Raffles Medical Group - $130 / Jab ( there's a promotion if u paid for 3 jabs & further discount for using DBS cards) but i did not ask the 3 jabs prices as i told them i am only interestd in seperate payment.
Consultation - $30 (Raffles Medical Grp told me der's consultation, the above 2 i forgot to ask )
I did not bother to call the rest of the clinics to check the price as you can see from above, all is price at $130 per jab. I think i will go for Raffles Medical Group as there's more outlet so it'll be more convenient for me.
Each Yr Govt will give each of us $300 for vaccination. But do take note if you are 26 & above, u cannot use Medisave anymore. I'm lucky that this year i am 25. I'll be going for Gardasil as most people took this from what i see through the forums.
There are 3 jabs for both Gardasil & Cervarix.
First Jab______2 mths later_______> 2nd Jab_______________4 mths later_______________>3rd Jab
So i'm planning to have my first jab on July ($130), 2nd Jab on Spet ($130) , 3rd Jab on Jan next yr ($130)
<<____________________$300 per yr ________________________>> << 2nd yr another $300 >>
In this case, for injections i will not need to fork out any cash except for the consultation.
What a gd planning i have right? haha....
Hope my blog post benefits girls who are unaware abt this vaccination !! I'll update again after my vaccination.
Thank you....this blog helps me a lot.
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