Swine Flu Vaccination At Home
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What is Swine Flu?
Swine flu infection is a viral respiratory infection that is very serious. It spreads via droplets of the infected person, which are released in the air on coughing, sneezing, talking etc. The infection was a viral disease that infected pigs, but some changes in the virus caused it to infect humans.
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Note: Prescription is Mandatory for Home Vaccination
Types of Vaccines
- Rotaviral vaccination
- Newborn Baby Vaccination
- Varicella Vaccination
- Pertussis vaccination
- Mumps vaccination
- Adult Vaccination
- BCG Vaccination
- Polio Vaccination
- Swine flu Vaccination
- Rubella vaccination
- Rabies vaccination
- MMR vaccination
- Typhoid vaccination
- HPV vaccination
- Tetanus Vaccination
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Measles Vaccination
- Yellow Fever Vaccination
- Pneumococcal Vaccination
- Chickenpox Vaccination
Symptoms of Swine Flu
The swine flu infection symptoms are as follows:
- Fever
- Cough
- Body pains
- Weakness
- Breathing difficulties
- Headache
- Sore throat
Sometimes, hospitalization is necessary because The viral infection may severely damage the lungs because of the condition and oxygen therapy may be needed. It can cause death but in a limited percentage of cases.
How to Treat and Prevent Swine Flu?
The treatment is generalized. The fever is controlled with anti-fever medication; adequate fluids are given. Antibiotics are given to prevent and control bacterial infection, and oxygen therapy is given to those in need. In some cases, the patient may require anti-viral medication.
It can be prevented by good respiratory hygiene, hand hygiene and the swine flu vaccine. It is given to high-risk individuals like:
- Older adults
- Pregnant women
- Children
- Adults with severe illnesses like kidney, lung, heart disease, etc.
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FAQs
How many doses of swine flu vaccine are taken?
Two amounts with four weeks are necessary for children between 6 months to 9 years. Above ten years, a single shot is enough.
How is the vaccine given?
It is given into the upper arm muscle and thus is called an intramuscular vaccine with a dose of 0.5 ml.
When should we take the vaccine?
The individual should take the vaccine before the start of the flu season in the particular area.
What are the side effects of the vaccine?
It can cause mild flu-like symptoms such as
- Headache
- Fever
- Weakness
- Runny or stuffy nose
- These symptoms last for a few days and clear up on their own.
- In case of allergic reactions like rash, facial swelling, etc., the vaccine should not be given again.