My period came 8 days late after first gardasil shot.
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Hello, guest.
There are several factors to consider if you experience a change in your menstrual cycle after receiving a vaccine, such as the Gardasil shot. Here are some general points to consider.
Menstrual cycles can naturally vary for a variety of reasons including stress, changes in weight, exercise routines, travel, or underlying health issues. It is possible that the timing of the vaccine and the menstrual change is purely coincidental.
Physical or emotional stress, such as that which might be associated with concern over a vaccine or a mild reaction to it, can sometimes impact your menstrual cycle.
The primary purpose of a vaccine is to stimulate the immune system. While there isn't strong evidence linking the HPV vaccine to menstrual changes, the body's immune response can have various effects, and it's not entirely impossible that this could indirectly affect one's cycle. However, this is speculative.
Factors unrelated to the vaccine, such as medication changes, illnesses, changes in sleep patterns, or hormonal changes, can also influence menstrual cycles.
When have this happened and have you been to the doctor yet?
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