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Can you give flu vaccine and pneumococcal vaccine together?
no
What is procedure code 90658?
Influenza vaccine, intramuscular
What is procedure code 90472?
Immunization administration; each additional vaccine
What is pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine?
Pneumococcal polysaccharide disease is caused by a bacteria. It can be deadly but a vaccine was developed to head off the disease before it starts. The vaccine works when a small amount of the bacteria is injected into the patient and his or her immunity works against the disease, causing immunity.
Is another term for H1N1 Swine Flu vaccine Pneumococcal vaccine?
No, the "pneumonia vaccine" is to protect against several types of pneumonia that are common and will not protect against the A-H1N1/09 virus. See related questions below.
Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine?
DefinitionThe pneumococcal conjugate vaccine helps protect against mild and severe infections due to the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae. This bacteria frequently causes ear infections, meningitis, and pneumonia in children.See also: Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccineInformationThe pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is an inactivated-bacteria vaccine, which means it uses dead bacteria to teach the immune system to recognize and fight active bacteria.This vaccine effectively prevents childhood illnesses caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae.WHO SHOULD GET THIS VACCINEChildren should receive four doses of the vaccine, one dose each at the following ages:2 months4 months6 months12 - 15 monthsPneumococcal conjugate vaccine is not the same as the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine, which is used in children over age 2 and in adults. For information on that vaccine, see: Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccineRISKS AND SIDE EFFECTSMost people have no or only minor side effects from the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. Pain and redness at the injection site can occur. As is the case with any drug or vaccine, there is a small risk of an allergic reaction, more serious reactions, or even death.Watch for and be familiar with how to treat minor side effects such as low-grade fever or tenderness at the injection site.CONSIDERATIONSIf your child has a fever or an illness that is more serious than a cold, the vaccine may be withheld or delayed.CALL YOUR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF:Call your health care provider if moderate or serious side effects appear after this vaccine has been given, or if you have any questions or concerns.Call your health care provider if you are not sure if the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine should be delayed, withheld, or only given to a specific person.ReferencesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Infectious Diseases. Recommended immunization schedules for children and adolescents -- United States, 2008. Pediatrics. 2008;121(1):219-220.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Recommended immunization schedules for persons aged 0 through 18 years---United States, 2009. MMWR. January 2, 2009;57(51&52);Q1-Q4.
Is there an age limit for procedure 90658?
90658 is an flu vaccine code used for children aged 3 years and above 3 years.
Can you name 10 injections?
Sure! Here are 10 common injections: Flu vaccine Insulin Tetanus vaccine Hepatitis B vaccine Vitamin B12 injection Chickenpox vaccine MMR vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Pneumococcal vaccine HPV vaccine (Human Papillomavirus) Rabies vaccine
What can be prevented by vaccine?
Vaccinations are an effective method of preventing certain disease such as polio, tetanus, pertussis, diphtheria, influenza, hepatitis b, and pneumococcal infections.
What is the procedure used to develp a vaccine?
cuting of your wenie
How long does it take the pneumonia vaccine to take effect?
Five years. The Pneumococcal Vaccine prevents serious blood, brain, and lung infections from the streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. This includes pneumonia and meningitis.
Is the vaccine for pneumonia the same as the vaccine pneumococcal?
Pneumonia is a medical illness (an infection of the lungs) caused by a variety of pathogens (bacteria, viruses, fungi). Pneumococcus (full name Streptococcus Pneumoniae) is a bacteria and a common cause of pneumonia. Therefore vaccination against Pneumococcus will prevent some, but not all pneumonias.
