 [ Symptoms ] if i was just diagnosed with high risk hpv with mild a typical cells would it be pointless to get the gardisal shot  i have just been diagnosed with high risk hpv the doctor said that i have very mild a typical cells and they do not look to be pre cancerous my question is would it be pointless to get the gardisal shot to prevent against some of the high risk strands of hpv that cause cervical cancer or is it too late now [ Disease ] do not be nervous please let the medical provider know that this is your initial pap and pelvic exam so that heshe can use a smaller vaginal speculum and take a bit more time in explaining each and every step of this important examination yes it can be a bit embarrassing at first but so are male genital and rectal exams to a seasoned medical provider this exam is really no different than looking at your mouth or ears but when it is your first exam it can create a bit of anxiety after it is all over you will see that it was not such a big deal good luck thank you for the advice the appointment went well