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Vaccinations
A vaccine is the preparation of dead microorganisms, living weakened microorganisms or inactivated toxins. Its administration induces the development of immunity and protection against a pathogen or toxin and is called a vaccination.
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Is there a vaccine for monkey pox?
There is currently no available vaccine against the Epstein Barr Virus or Cytomegalovirus, both of which can cause mononucleosis. However, vaccines for these viruses are being researched and may be out soon.
Which vaccine contains weakened?
They are called attenuated vaccines. Attenuated means weakened, they do this usually with chemicals and then the attenuated viruses are not able to make you sick, but they are strong enough to trigger the immune response to provide immunity.
An attenuated virus. Attenuated simply means weakened. For example, you will see references to this in regard to the flu vaccines. This is also abbreviated when talking about the flu vaccines as LAIV, Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine.
That is a good description of what a vaccine is, although some other substances also could be described similarly. The weakened or killed virus in a vaccine is non-threatening to most people. It can be a problem for infants under six months old, some children and adults with under-developed immune systems or who have immune system disorders.
Can shingles vaccine cause bell's palsy?
Yes, but only indirectly so. The herpes simplex virus (HSV 1) does not cause Bell's Palsy, but it can indirectly cause an inflammation to the Facial Nerve (cranial nerve VII). This inflammation is what then causes Bell's Palsy. The nerve is unable to control the facial muscles it is supposed to control. The herpes virus is the one most often cited as the cause of the inflammation that results in BP. The Herpes Zoster virus (chickenpox and shingles) and BP is another frequent combination and is known as Ramsey-Hunt Syndrome.
Are there blood fractions in the H1N1 vaccine?
No. See the related questions below for a link to the question and answer about the ingredients of the Swine Flu vaccine.
How long after vaccination does the smallpox scab take to fall off?
The easy answer is, it depends. As with any disease, people respond and recover in different ways and in different periods of time. I received the vaccine in June 2006 and had the typical nasty, blistery lesion that grew to about the size of a nickle over a period of about 10 days. It then gradually dried and reduced in size for another 2 weeks before the scab fell off. Total time to heal: ~30 days. It is important to note that the blister and scab material is infectious and we were advised to treat it as biologically hazardous waste. All bandages used to cover the vaccine site and the final scab had to be put in ziploc bags and brought in to the medical clinic for proper disposal.
Some people have existing immunity, either from previous vaccination or exposure to the virus, and they will have little, if any, reaction to the vaccine. I have seen people get a tiny little blister that heals up and disappears in less than a week and also people who have no reaction to the vaccine at all. Some others have had the scab hang on for more than 6 weeks.
At the other end of the spectrum, a complication of the vaccine can occur (particularly in immune compromised individuals or young children) that results in disseminated vaccinia (the virus used in the vaccine). This causes a rash that spreads from the original vaccine site (can cover the whole body), it can get into the eyes and cause occular damage but the most severe complication is if it enters the brain. It is important to seek medical attention if a rash develops anywhere other than the vaccine site. It can take months to recover from these complications. This is why it is important to keep the vaccine site covered and treat all bandages and the scab as biological waste. There have been cases of people unintentionally infecting their spouses, children and other contacts after receiving the vaccine.
How is a vaccine similar to infection with an actual pathogen?
Often times, a vaccine is the inert form of the virus, or bacteria, meaning that it cannot replicate, or cause any harm. This "shell" is then injected into your body, and your white blood cells fight it off. They then remember how to fight it off, the next time it shows up
Is vaccination available for Cytomegalovirus?
There are researchers who are working on a vaccince. So far, in animals, the vaccine stopped the virus from being transmitted from mother to child. It trained the body's immune system to detect the virus and attack it. They hope it'll do the same in humans.
Is there penicillin in the flu vaccine?
Yes, you can get the flu shot if you are allergic to penicillin. There is no penicillin in the flu vaccine. If you have an allergy to eggs, that could be an issue, but see the related question below about egg allergies and flu vaccinations, it may not prevent you from getting the flu vaccination if you take specific precautions according to new information from the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
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If you are a diabetic do you have to take the flu vaccine?
Nobody has to take it in the US, but it is highly recommended by the public health organizations that those at high risk for complications do get the vaccination. Diabetics are among the groups at higher risk.
The vaccines approved in the US have undergone more testing than even the yearly seasonal flu vaccines usually undergo, and have been deemed safe and effective by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with their approval for use. The vaccine is being manufactured the way that seasonal flu vaccines have been for years which have had very low adverse effects.
If you have concerns, discuss this with your doctor to find out what the best plan is for your particular case.
See the related questions below for a list of the groups who are at higher risk for complications from the A-H1N1/-09 influenza.
Should you take Tamiflu if you had a flu shot?
You could, but it may not be needed if the shot protects you from getting the flu (as it should once it produces immunity in around 2 weeks after the vaccination in adults). If Tamiflu is prescribed by your doctor, then it should be no problem, just mention the recent vaccination. If you got, or are getting, a flu nasal mist vaccination instead of a shot, then you should not have antiviral medications like Tamiflu for two weeks before or two weeks after the vaccination. It will not hurt you if you do, but you may be rendering the vaccination ineffective or less effective if you do, since the mists are made with "live" viruses and they could be disabled by the antiviral medicine before they can cause your proper immune response to the vaccines when given during the time your body is working to build immunity from exposure to the vaccine.
What diseases are prevented by your vaccines?
The flu..... Chicken Pox, and meningitis are just some of the few * measles * chicken pox * mumps * rubella * whooping cough * polio * tuberculosis * meningitis * HPV * Tetnus * cholera * diptheria * influenza * malaria
How do vaccines help bodies natural defence against viruses?
Vaccines are given to teach your body how to deal with a particular disease. A vaccine is a dead or weak version of the germ that makes you sick. Your body is able to fight off this small intruder, and in the process develops antibodies that will protect you if you come into contact with the disease in the future.
Is a vaccine and antibiotic both given to the flu?
The flu is caused by a virus. Antibiotics don't work on viruses, they are made to kill bacteria instead. The type of medicine that is used to treat viral infections are anti-viral medicines. But, the best treatment is prevention, and that is where the vaccination comes in. Don't wait to get the flu and need treatment, instead get a flu shot so you will be immune to the virus and not get sick in the first place.
Do injections hurt more than vaccines?
Injections hurt, but vaccines hurt more. The vaccines are putting antibodies into your blood stream, so the pain is your immune system reacting to those antibodies straight away. Injections may be for anything, whether taking out substance or putting substance in. But vaccines definitely hurt much more.Hope this helps!
Does the flu shot protect from H1N1?
In a way. Originally we needed to take a separate vaccination for the swine flu. Beginning in the 2010 - 2011 flu season, the regular seasonal flu vaccine was adjusted to include the vaccine for the swine flu. So now you can be protected from swine flu by taking the regular seasonal flu shot in the US.
What are dhpp vaccine side effects?
- DHPP Vaccine - DHPP stands for Distemper, Hepatitis, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. Adult dogs usually also have a leptospirosis vaccine included.
The vaccine comes in a vial as a dry mix. Right before injection, it is mixed with sterile diluent to become a liquid. It is pink in color. In small dogs, our clinic usually recommends giving some type of glucose, because this injection tends to lower blood sugar and small dogs tend to have more reaction because of their size. The same dose is given no matter the dogs body weight.
Otherwise known as the puppy vaccine, its components are:
- Distemper virus - Attacks the lungs and affects the function of the brain and spinal cord. Disease can be fatal.
- Hepatitis - Affects the liver and can cause loss of vision.
- Parainfluenza - Respiratory virus that causes coughing.
- Parvovirus - Attacks the lining of the intestinal tract and damages the heart of very young puppies. Can be fatal.
The DHPP vaccine is administered every three to four weeks to your new puppy. The vaccine is generally given at eight, twelve, and sixteen weeks, unless your breeder already started the process at six weeks.
Vaccine Reactions: For the first half-hour after vaccination, owners should carefully observe their animal for signs of acute allergic reactions. In our clinic, this is about the time it takes to write up the discharges and have the Business Office prepare the bill. In case of allergic reactions, contact the clinician or the Emergency Service immediately, treat with Benadryl® (diphenhydramine at 2-4 mg/kg TID-QID PO IM or IV) and/or short-term steroids (dexamethasone sodium phosphate for anaphylaxis at 0.25 mg/kg IV or prednisolone tablets for milder reactions at 0.5-1 mg/kg BID PO or IM). Also give the owner medication to take home for the affected animal. In very severe cases, it may be necessary to give epinephrine (0.5-1.5 ml IV of a 1:10,000 solution; repeat in 30 minutes) and life support. If an animal has had a reaction before, depending on the severity, it may be given Benadryl® one half hour before vaccination, may be kept in the clinic for 24 hours for observation, or not vaccinated at all. In cases where the veterinarian and the owner have opted not to vaccinate the animal, titers to the corresponding diseases may be measured, but keep in mind that serum titers do not reflect the actual state of local immunity.
When hepatitis virus has no vaccine to prevent the disease?
Hepatitis C and hepatitis E have no vaccine to prevent the disease. Although there is no vaccine to prevent hepatitis D, you can only get this type if you're also infected with type B. Therefore, hepatitis B vaccine indirectly prevents hepatitis D.
What vaccines are covered by tricare for life?
Does TRICARE pay for the shingles vaccine? Yes. As of October 19, 2007, Zostavax™, the vaccine that helps reduce the risk of getting shingles (herpes zoster) is reimbursable under TRICARE.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a single dose of the vaccine for adults age 60 or olderregardless of whether they report a prior episode of shingles (herpes zoster). For more information on the vaccine, please visit FDA's Questions & Answers on Zostavax™.
TRICARE Prime Beneficiary:
As long as you get your shingles vaccine from your primary care manager you won't be responsible for a deductible or copay.
TRICARE Standard/Extra Beneficiary:
You may get your shingles vaccine from any TRICARE-authorized provider (network or non-network) who is licensed to give the vaccine. Standard/Extra deductibles and cost shares apply.
TRICARE For Life Beneficiary:
Medicare covers the shingles vaccine under Medicare Part D. If you don't have Medicare Part D, TRICARE will be the primary payer for the vaccine. You may get the shingles vaccine from any TRICARE-authorized provider (network or non-network) who is licensed to give the vaccine. Standard/Extra deductibles and cost shares apply.
NOTE: TRICARE won't pay for the shingles vaccine if it is given at a pharmacy or if your doctor writes you a prescription to buy the shingles vaccine and have it administered at his or her office. If you want TRICARE to cover the shingles vaccine, you must have the vaccine administered in your doctor's office.
Please refer to http://www.tricare.mil/ for additional info.
What are some disadvantages of immunization?
Here are the 5 things you must know before you vaccinate your child:
- Most vaccines contain mercury, which has some very bad side effects (such as causing Alzenheimer's disease). It's in the vaccines to prolong shelf life. You can ask for a non-mercury version, but it costs extra.
- While it is true that child mortality has decreased dramatically over the course of the last few decades, the number of children suffering from diagnosed learning disabilities, diabetes, asthma, and autism has gone up.
- Many kids have extremely bad reactions to vaccines. It's happened enough times that the government has limited payouts to $250,000 per child for a "catastrophic reaction."
- As of 1997, the US government has paid out nearly a billion dollars to 1,000 families whose kids suffered catastrophic reactions
- Almost 20% of all American children are now chronically ill or disabled, according to the National Vaccine Information Center.
Devoloped a vaccine for pollio that became widely used in 1955?
Dr. Jonas Salk of La Jolla, California, developed the first polio vaccination. It was widely used in 1955 and for many years longer. The Salk Institute went on to do more important scientific developments.
What is the difference between the H1N1 shot and the mist?
They are currently made exactly the same in the US with all the same ingredients, except the strain of the flu is the A-H1N1/09 strain in the H1N1 shot and the seasonal flu shot has three different types of seasonal flu. The strains of virus that are in the 2009 - 2010 seasonal flu shot in the US are:
- A/Brisbane/59/2007(H1N1)-like virus;
- A/Brisbane/10/2007 (H3N2)-like virus;
- B/Brisbane 60/2008-like antigens.
The 2009-10 seasonal influenza vaccine can protect you from getting sick from these three viruses, or it can make your illness milder if you get a related but different influenza virus strain. The H1N1/09 Swine Flu shot protects you from the Pandemic Swine Flu.
