Bivirkninger Influenzavaccine
The Side Effects of the Flu Vaccine
What are the side effects of the flu vaccine?
The flu vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect yourself from the flu. However, like all vaccines, it can cause some side effects.
The most common side effects of the flu vaccine include:
- Soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site
- Low-grade fever
- Headache
- Muscle aches
- Fatigue
These side effects usually go away within a few days.
More serious side effects of the flu vaccine are rare.
These include:
- Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a rare neurological disorder that can cause muscle weakness and paralysis.
- Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be life-threatening.
The risk of these serious side effects is very low. The flu vaccine is much safer than getting the flu. Influenza related hospitalizations and mortality in children are most commonly associated with respiratory illness.
Who should not get the flu vaccine?
The flu vaccine is not recommended for people who:
- Have a severe allergy to any ingredient in the vaccine
- Have had a severe reaction to a previous flu vaccine
- Are under 6 months old
Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns about the flu vaccine.
The flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from the flu. If you have any concerns about the vaccine, talk to your doctor.
Additional Information
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