Which Vaccines are Commonly Recommended in Gynecology?
Several vaccines are particularly relevant in gynecology:
1. HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Vaccine: This vaccine protects against the human papillomavirus, which is a major cause of cervical, vulvar, vaginal, and anal cancers, as well as genital warts. 2. Hepatitis B Vaccine: This vaccine prevents hepatitis B, a liver infection that can be sexually transmitted and may lead to chronic liver disease or liver cancer. 3. Rubella Vaccine: Often part of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine, it prevents rubella, which can cause severe birth defects if a woman contracts the virus during pregnancy. 4. Tdap Vaccine: This vaccine protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis. Pertussis (whooping cough) is particularly dangerous for newborns, making the vaccine important for pregnant women.
