Plano, TX
A 66-year-old female asked:
i am 68. should i get stronger flu shot or one which covers more strains of the flu?
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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered
Specializes in Internal Medicine
Higher dose: You have 2 choices the regular dose flu shot and the higher-dose flu shot designed for people 65years of age and older. This higher dose flu shot results in a stronger immune response and reduces the complications from the flu virus infection in elderly people. Take one as soon as it is available in your area
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Prevention of Flu or: lessening of symptoms.
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I recieved a flu shot , immediately the injection site was swollen after the injection and I got a bump.Is that normal so immediately ?
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A 21-year-old female asked:
I am curious what is the side affects of the 2016-2017 flu shot and how long should I wait to get my flu shot.?
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Dr. Anwaar Randhawa answered
Internal Medicine 16 years experience
No different 2015: overall no difference in side effects from last year
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Brookfield, IL
A male asked:
Are there any serious risks of drinking heavily after getting a flu shot?
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Dr. Richard Zimon answered
Internal Medicine 59 years experience
There are: always risks associated with "drinking heavily" but none that I know are associated with a recent Flu Shot!
hope this helps
Dr Z
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