Pneumococcal Measles and Mumps Rubella Hepatitis B Polio Chickenpox Hepatitis A Tetanus and Diphtheria Tetanus is a potentially deadly illness that causes painful tightening of the muscles and locking of the jaw. Diphtheria is an infection of the throat that can lead to breathing problems, paralysis, heart failure, and death. Every 10 years following your first series of three injections. Persons with a neurologic or severe hypersensitive reaction to a prior injection should avoid continued use of the vaccine.
Some people get a sore arm or mild fever from the injection.
The influenza virus can cause fever, sore throat, cough, headache, chills, and muscle aches. Most people are ill for several days, but some may need to be hospitalized. If you have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome, or have a serious allergic reaction to eggs, consult with your physician before deciding whether to get immunized. People who are moderately or severely ill on the day their shot is scheduled should not be vaccinated until their symptoms subside. Most people need one dose.