I've had 2 Cervical Cancer injections, and I'm scared of the third!?

I am 13 and for my first one i cried for a week before, then got it and it didn't hurt a bit. Then, the second one I didn't cry, but when I sat down i burst into tears and it hurt alot because more dosage was going in. Does this mean the third one will hurt even more?? It's in August and I am really scared! also, After you've had all 3, are you completely shielded from cervical cancer? [the drug is Gardasil]

Also, after the second one, my arm hurt for a while, and I can still feel the pain a little bit in my arm. Is this normal? I had it about a month ago! Is something wrong with me? I can still feel the needle going in!

Hi. First, sorry to hear of your bad experience. Second, Gardisil is the vaccination used to help PREVENT four types of HPV which includes cervical cancer; it's not actually a "cervical cancer injection." I understand how frightening it must be to think about for months before having it done--anticipating the pain. Have you tried talking with your parent(s) or guardian(s) about your fear of getting that last one. You should talk to them and make sure they know that you are afraid and how badly the first two felt. And remember it is the last one. I checked the manufacturer's site and the soreness you mention is the most common side effect. The site also says that you must get all three doses to get the full benefit of the vaccine. Remember that the vaccine does not protect against other disease--only those listed at the site. Your parents probably have all the information but should visit the site and/or discuss the medication with the doctor. PLEASE SHOW YOUR PARENTS THIS ANSWER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

yeah, they hurt a bit, but the benefits are WAY worth a little bit of pain, darling. Get your third shot, ok?

Also, no you are not completely shielded from cervical cancer.. that vaccine is actually to help prevent HVP which causes 4 types of cervical cancer and genital warts... other types of cancer CAN occur, so get regular paps just in case, ok?

Hate to tell you, but if the first 2 shots hurts, then the last one will hurt as well

I have to get shot #3 in July and I'm not really looking forward to it. Shot #2 was kinda painful (even more so when I had to pay the bill!), but I treated myself to Starbucks afterward.

Look at it this way: getting 3 shots is a lot better than getting cervical cancer

oh its just a quick pinch like any other shot. i would rather have the shot than get cervical cancer and go through all the treatments for that! i think there is still a chance you can get the cancer, just not as much. its just like when you have sex and use a condom they arent always 100% effective.