Sign in

or Register now

HerpesConnection.com

See all of our health sites at www.HealthCentral.com
Monday, November, 23, 2009
  • Font size
 PJ Hamel On NPR!

can the HPV vaccine prevent cold sores

Clare
04/22/08
Answer This
Answers (1)
Jeannie May
Jeannie May
Close

I am a herpes awareness campaigner and peer support provider. I run...

Saturday, May 10, 2008

The HPV vaccine is for the Human Papillomavirus which causes genital warts, which potentially cause cerival cancer.

 

It will have no impact on herpes /  cold sores.

Answer This
There are two types of HSV, HSV type 1 and 2, and both can cause genital herpes.

Ask a Question

Get answers from our experts and community members.

View all questions (2167) >

Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of The HealthCentral Network. The HealthCentral Network does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.

  • Font size
  • Bookmark
  • Save