Question 1

can having a tetanus shot cause swollen or inflamed lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: Swollen lymph nodes must be coincidental finding.

Question 2

feeling fatigue since a week after tetanus shot. can tetanus shot cause chronic fatigue syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: I have never heard of a tetanus shot causing chronic fatigue syndrome. It is much more likely to be related to your sleeping and eating patterns, if/what drugs you are taking, stress levels, etc. Medical causes might include thyroid imbalances, parathyroid problems, even depression. If the fatigue persists, see a primary care doctor. Good luck!

Question 3

can a tetanus shot cause dry mouth?

Accepted Answer

: Dry mouth is listed as one possible side effect of the tetanus vaccine. It is not listed as a serious side effect, and usually it is self-limited. The problem should get better within a few days. If it does not, Contact your primary care doctor. Good luck.

Question 4

who needs tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

Everyone: Everyone should have a current booster. This is case of exposure to tetanus through skin breakage through rusty meta or some animal bites for example.

Question 5

how to tell if i need a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

If > 10 yrs U need 1: Tetanus protection from the primary or booster series will begin to decline over time. If it has been > 10 years since your last tetanus booster, you should consider one at your convenience. If you are not protected a booster within 24hrs of a potential tetanus exposure will be necessary.Today we recommend the tdap which boosts your coverage against tetanus, pertussis and diphtheria.

Question 6

what are ways to keep a tetanus shot from hurting so bad?

Accepted Answer

Tetanus vaccination: Prior to receiving your vaccination you can take Acetaminophen or a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. I personally place tiny acupuncture needles in the area surrounding  vaccinations to prevent pain from occurring.

Question 7

what is tetanus shot booster for?

Accepted Answer

Protection wears off: The protection provided by a tetanus shot usually provides ample levels of circulating antibody protection for up to ten years. After that point it fades &amp; the person may develop tetanus if exposed. Protection from tetanus &amp; several other bacteria based vaccines does not last as long as most viral vaccines &amp; must be boosted periodically to maintain protection.

Question 8

tetanus shot and drinking, is this okay?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Will not prevent tetanus shot from being effective.

Question 9

is it okay to drink before a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It will not effect the benefit of the vaccine.

Question 10

can you drink when you have a tetanus shot?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Intake  of alcohol will have no effect on the success of a tetanus shot.Intake the day before will be out of your system, but even consumption on the day of the vaccine would not effect it.

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