How long after HPV vaccination should I get pregnant?

Question
Hello doctor,
I just had the 1st HPV shot, and the 2nd and 3rd shots haven't been given yet. I'm getting married, can I have a relationship? How long after the HPV vaccination should I get pregnant? What contraception can I use to not affect my reproductive health in the future? I thank you!
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Specialist I Tran Thi Thu Ha - Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Obstetrics Department - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “How long after HPV vaccination should I get pregnant? , the doctor would like to answer as follows:
HPV vaccination is absolutely necessary, recommended for women, aged 9-26, who have not had sex. Vaccination not only prevents cervical cancer but also helps prevent genital warts, genital warts, ..
There is no specific recommendation on abstaining from sex after vaccination. However, it's best to use protection if you have sex, because the vaccine may not yet produce antibodies against HPV, so you can still get HPV through unprotected sex. . For pregnancy, it is best to abstain from 1-3 months after the last dose to ensure the best safety for mother and baby.
There are many methods of contraception such as condoms, oral contraceptives, implants, rings.... Each type can have different side effects when using hormonal contraception or using an IUD. . If you want to reduce side effects and prevent STIs, you should use a condom as a form of birth control.
If you still have questions about HPV vaccination, you can go to a hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!