Some people may also experience headache or low-grade fever for about a day after vaccination. One group of people who should never get a flu shot are people who are allergic to eggs. The viruses for flu vaccines are grown in eggs and may cause serious reactions in people with an egg allergy. If you have any concerns about this, talk with your doctor. But for all of us and for seniors in particular, it's also important to contact your doctor if you have any flu symptoms, especially if they seem to last.
Flu can lead to other complications.
And symptoms that seem like flu may in fact be something else, so always check with your doctor. All Concept Communications material is provided for information only and is neither advice nor a substitute for proper medical care. Consult a qualified healthcare professional who understands your particular history for individual concerns. You need Javascript to use the menu above, which your browser has apparently disabled. Please refer to the list of centers at the top left side of this page instead.