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Last Updated: 6 years ago• Featured Tip
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Immunotherapy which is also known as allergy shots is a type of treatment which has long-term benefits. Immunotherapy helps in reducing the chance of different kinds of allergic issues to develop later in life. The chance of having allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, stinging insect allergy and even conjunctivitis are all diminished with the help of these allergy shots. Allergy shots help your body become immune to different allergens which can later trigger an allergic reaction. Any individual,...more
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During pregnancy, flu (influenza) can impose serious health implications for both the mother and the child. Due to pregnancy, the risk of developing complications like pneumonia are very high, which can pose as a problem during childbirth. Miscarriage, low birth weight, premature birth are some of the major issues, which might develop if the mother has suffered from flu during her pregnancy. Although flu vaccination during pregnancy has certain risks, it has been observed that in most cases the ...more
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HPV refers to Human Papillomavirus. This is a common virus, which has got more than 100 different types and over 40 of these types are transmitted sexually. This virus may cause cervical cancer and cases of genital warts. It is likely to occur in people who are sexually active to contract genital HPV, and it is not accompanied by any signs or symptoms. The virus is transmitted via skin to skin contact and is severely infectious in nature. Using condoms may reduce the risk of spreading of this vi...more
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A common disease that can spread easily is Influenza. Commonly known as flu, the infection of influenza can adversely affect people in various ways.
However, with an annual shot of influenza vaccine, you can stay immune to the infection, and the more the number of people getting vaccinated, the lesser the number of contagious infections.
How does the influenza vaccine work?
Influenza vaccine leads to the production of antibodies in the body within two weeks after taking the...more
However, with an annual shot of influenza vaccine, you can stay immune to the infection, and the more the number of people getting vaccinated, the lesser the number of contagious infections.
How does the influenza vaccine work?
Influenza vaccine leads to the production of antibodies in the body within two weeks after taking the...more
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Yearly flu vaccination is the best tool currently available to protect against influenza (flu).
While how well the flu vaccine works can vary, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccination as the first and most important step in protecting against flu and its potentially serious complications. Millions of people have safely received flu vaccines for decades. Flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors' visits, and missed work and school d...more
While how well the flu vaccine works can vary, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a yearly flu vaccination as the first and most important step in protecting against flu and its potentially serious complications. Millions of people have safely received flu vaccines for decades. Flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors' visits, and missed work and school d...more
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At 6 months of age, your baby should receive vaccines to protect them from the following diseases:
diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough (pertussis) (dtap) (3rd dose)
haemophilus influenzae type b disease (hib) (3rd dose)
polio (ipv) (3rd dose)
pneumococcal disease (pcv13) (3rd dose)
rotavirus (rv) (3rd dose)
influenza (flu) (every year)
let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.
diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough (pertussis) (dtap) (3rd dose)
haemophilus influenzae type b disease (hib) (3rd dose)
polio (ipv) (3rd dose)
pneumococcal disease (pcv13) (3rd dose)
rotavirus (rv) (3rd dose)
influenza (flu) (every year)
let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.
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Since you have been bitten by a street dog (or any dog. Anti rabies vaccine is compulsory.
& since there is bleeding from the wound. Its a category 3 exposure, which will need tetanus toxoid+ anti rabies vaccine + rabies immunoglobulin
be sure to wash the wound with soap & water under running tap for atleast 20 minutes.
Thanks.
& since there is bleeding from the wound. Its a category 3 exposure, which will need tetanus toxoid+ anti rabies vaccine + rabies immunoglobulin
be sure to wash the wound with soap & water under running tap for atleast 20 minutes.
Thanks.
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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you.
If the wound is clean and you have not had a tetanus booster in the last 10 years, it is recommended that you receive one. If the wound is dirty or tetanus-prone, then your doctor would likely recommend a tetanus booster if you have not had a tetanus booster shot within the last five years.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.
If the wound is clean and you have not had a tetanus booster in the last 10 years, it is recommended that you receive one. If the wound is dirty or tetanus-prone, then your doctor would likely recommend a tetanus booster if you have not had a tetanus booster shot within the last five years.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.
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