Male Internal Examination, Pelvic examination and cervical cancer screening, Vaccine

HPV Vaccination for Men: Protection Is for Everyone, Not Just Women

HPV vaccination for men may not be widely known. Many people believe that the vaccine is only for women. However, men can also contract HPV, which may lead to serious health conditions such as penile cancer, anal cancer, oropharyngeal cancer, and genital warts.

HPV vaccination is therefore an important way for men to protect themselves against these conditions. It can also help reduce the risk of passing the virus to their sexual partners. So, when should men get the HPV vaccine, and what are its benefits? Let’s find out!

What You Should Know About HPV Vaccination for Men

Why Should Men Get the HPV Vaccine?

HPV, or Human Papillomavirus, is a virus that causes “cervical cancer,” which is the second most common cancer among Thai women. It is the cause of several diseases and can be transmitted through sexual intercourse or direct contact with the virus.

For men, HPV infection can be an important cause of “oral cancer, genital warts, and anal cancer.”

Currently, there is no medication that can completely cure these diseases. However, they can be prevented by getting the HPV vaccine, especially for men who have sex with men or engage in anal sex, as they are at higher risk of HPV infection.

What Does the HPV Vaccine Protect Men Against?

The HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine for men can help prevent several diseases related to HPV infection, which are not limited to gynecological diseases in women.

It can also help reduce the risk of important diseases in men, especially those related to cancer and sexually transmitted infections.

Oral Cancer

  • HPV types 16 and 18 are associated with cancers of the mouth and throat, especially at the base of the tongue and tonsils.

  • HPV can be transmitted through oral sex, increasing the risk of oral cancer.

  • Currently, HPV is increasingly found to be a cause of head and neck cancers in men.

Genital Warts
  • Caused by HPV types 6 and 11, which are strains that cause lesions on the skin and mucous membranes around the genital area.
  • Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted infection. Although they do not cause cancer, they can cause discomfort and concern for patients.
  • The HPV vaccine can reduce the incidence of genital warts by nearly 100% in people who receive the full course of vaccination.
Anal Cancer
  • HPV types 16 and 18 are major causes of anal cancer, which is commonly found among men who have sex with men (MSM) and people with weakened immune systems (such as people living with HIV)
  • Men who have anal sex have a several-fold higher risk of developing anal cancer.
  • The HPV vaccine can effectively reduce the risk of developing this type of cancer.

Price of HPV Vaccination for Men

4-Strain HPV Vaccine

  • 4-strain HPV vaccine / Pay-per-dose: 4,500 Baht per dose / (3 doses in total)
  • 4-strain HPV vaccine / 3-dose package: 11,900 Baht

9-Strain HPV Vaccine

  • 9-strain HPV vaccine /Pay-per-dose: 8,900 Baht per dose / (3 doses in total)
  • 9-strain HPV vaccine /  3-dose package: 23,900 Baht

Recommended HPV Vaccines for Men

4-strain HPV vaccine (Quadrivalent vaccine – Gardasil): Protects against HPV types 6, 11, 16, and 18 (Protects against genital warts and HPV-related cancers)

9-strain HPV vaccine (Nonavalent vaccine – Gardasil 9): Protects against HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52, and 58 (Provides broader protection against several types of cancer)

How Many Doses of the HPV Vaccine Do Men Need?

For HPV vaccination, all men should receive 3 doses on an ongoing schedule, as follows:

  • Dose 1: On the first day of vaccination
  • Dose 2: 1–2 months after the first dose
  • Dose 3: 6 months after the first dose

When Should Men Get the HPV Vaccine?

Getting the HPV vaccine between the ages of 9 and 26 is considered the best time, as it can reduce the risk of infection by nearly 100%. Adjusting daily lifestyle habits can also help prevent HPV infection and reduce the spread of the virus to others, such as:

  • Not changing sexual partners can reduce the chance of coming into contact with someone who may have HPV.
  • Having protected sex, such as using condoms.
  • Completing all 3 doses of the HPV vaccine for men before exposure to the virus or having sexual intercourse for the first time.

Should Men Get the HPV Vaccine?

Yes, they are highly recommended to get vaccinated, especially those at higher risk, such as men who have multiple sexual partners, men who have sex with men, or those who engage in anal sex.

In addition to reducing the risk of the diseases mentioned above, HPV vaccination can also help reduce the spread of HPV through sexual contact or direct contact with the virus to others.

To see the HPV vaccination prices, click here.

Men who are interested in getting the HPV vaccine can receive the vaccination service at Intouch Medicare Clinic at any branch near you. We are ready to provide convenient service with no long waiting times. Appointments and walk-ins are both available.

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Lastest edited : 08/09/2026
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