INFLUENZA VACCINE
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A recurring companion during the winter, influenza can lead to serious complications in the elderly and vulnerable, but it is easily preventable with a simple injection.
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Method of administration
It is administered intramuscularly.
Side effects and contraindications
The most common side effects (with incidence between 1 and 10%) are pain and redness in the site of injection, malaise, fever and muscle pain.
In some cases, symptoms such as decreased blood platelet count (thrombocytopenia), neuralgia, paresthesias and allergic reactions have occurred in conjunction with the vaccine. However, it should be remembered that a link between the vaccine and these events has not yet been identified.
Vaccination must be postponed in individuals with a high fever. It is to be avoided if severe allergic reactions to the vaccine or any of its components have occurred in the past.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, it is important to speak to a medical specialist to assess if vaccination should be postponed.