HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a group of viruses that include nearly 150 genotypes, around 30 - 40 of those can be transmitted through sexual contact, leading to infection of human genital organs.

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a group of viruses that include nearly 150 genotypes, around 30 - 40 of those can be transmitted through sexual contact, leading to infection of human genital organs.

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a group of viruses that include nearly 150 genotypes, around 30 - 40 of those can be transmitted through sexual contact, leading to infection of human genital organs.

HPV (Human Papillomavirus) is a group of viruses that include nearly 150 genotypes, around 30 - 40 of those can be transmitted through sexual contact, leading to infection of human genital organs.

According to the Department of Health of Hong Kong, to those, regardless of male and female, with sexual activity, there is a chance of 75% (at highest) to have infected HPV. Different genotypes of HPV lead to different symptoms and diseases; If repeatedly infected by high risk HPV types, it is possible to develop precancerous lesion or even invasive cancer, such as cervical cancer, vaginal cancer, anal cancer, etc. More details as below:

．Genital Warts ．Anal Cancer

．Genital Warts ．Cervical Cancer ．Anal Cancer ．Vulvar Cancer ．Vaginal Cancer

HPV vaccine (also named as cervical cancer vaccine) can prevent infection of HPV; both male and female can receive the HPV vaccination to reduce the risk of HPV infection and the progression from persistent HPV infection to cervical cancer and other diseases.

HPV Vaccine

HPV Vaccine Type

Gardasil 4

Gardasil 9

HPV Types Protection

Low Risk: 6, 11

High Risk: 16, 18

Low Risk: 6, 11

High Risk: 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, 58

Suitable For

Age 9 and above (both male and female)

Age 9 and above (both male and female)

Common Side Effect

Soreness and swelling at the injection site, fever, headache and nausea

Soreness and swelling at the injection site, fever, headache and nausea