Saturday, August 21, 2010

Will you be given the HPV vaccine if you're ill?

If you're ill with a cold/sore throat will you still be given the injection?Will you be given the HPV vaccine if you're ill?
People who are mildly ill when the shot is scheduled can still get HPV vaccine. People with moderate or severe illnesses should wait until they recover.Will you be given the HPV vaccine if you're ill?
It is generally considered unwise to immunise when the potential recipient has an active infection. The main reason is that antibody response is reduced,ie the vaccine may fail to give immunity.There are also some concerns that the risk of side effects might be increased,though this remains unproven.





Generally a delay of 10-14 days is advised.
You be better off asking the person who will be administering the vaccine at the time of your appointment. They will nedd to examine you in order to make the decision. Generally though, if you've been ';fever-free'; for 24 hours you can have the vaccine.





-Chad, RN
Initially for sure, you need to elect yourself
sometimes depends how bad it is

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