Question 1

what is the definition or description of: reaction to hepatitis a vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Hep A vaccine: This is one of thee safest vaccines we have. Sometimes there could be a localized reaction at the site, such as pain, redness or a little swelling. Rarely, there could be something more systemic such as fevers or malaise. Overall though, the safety is excellent.

Question 2

how is the hepatitis a vaccine given?

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2 or 3 shot series: Hepatitis a vaccines come in 2-shot and 3-shot series.  Sometimes, hepa and hepb vaccines are combined in the same shot.

Question 3

is it crucial my teenage son have the hepatitis a vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends where you live. In texas it is a required vaccine if you want to attend school as there are more cases of hepatitis a as compared to some other states.

Question 4

who should not receive the hepatitis a vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Very few exceptions: People who are allergic to any part of the hepatitis a vaccine, and children under age 1 year, should not get the hepatitis a vaccine. For children 12-18 months, parents can ask their doctors about when to get the vaccine. People with vaccine allergies or other allergies can discuss the issue with their primary care doctors, to see if they should or should not get the vaccine.

Question 5

why is the hepatitis a vaccine recommended before traveling?

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More common there: Hepatitis a is more common in developing countries and third world countries than here in the United States. The virus is in human sewage, so places where there is not a good sewage system will have hepatitis a problems.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: hepatitis a vaccine?

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Prevent disease: An immunization to help prevent hepatitis a disease by helping the body's immune system to recognize and fight the infecction.

Question 7

who should get the hepatitis a vaccine before traveling?

Accepted Answer

If traveling abroad: Anybody who is over 18 months of age and has no reason not to get the hepatitis a vaccine, should get it before traveling to any developing or third world countries. Hepatitis a is more common in those countries than here in the U.S.. The virus is in human sewage, so places where there is not a good sewage system will have hepatitis a problems. Younger children can ask their doctors for options.

Question 8

how soon before travel should the hepatitis a vaccine be given?

Accepted Answer

The HepA schedule.: Calls for two doses of vaccine separated i. Time. Immunity begins to develop 2-4 weeks after immunization. Therefore vaccination should be given at least this far in advance to confer protection. Once established, immunity is estimated to last 15-25 years.

Question 9

do i need to get a hepatitis a vaccine before traveling to asia?

Accepted Answer

Should get one: Hepatitis a is endemic (routinely found) in asia. Transmitted by bad food, water-fecal/oral route. Can cause jaundice, fatigue; 1% mortality rate from acute liver failure; does not cause chronic liver disease. Vaccine takes 2 weeks to kick in; 2 shots for long-term immunity; 1st shot will get you through the trip. Worth doing it.

Question 10

what would happen if you take hepatitis a vaccine twice by accident?

Accepted Answer

No problem: The standard sequence is two doses over several months but if one received two doses in a short period of time, it is likely that there would be no issues.

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