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A 22-year-old female asked:
I took tetanus diphtheria pertussis vaccine dtap/tdap. i don't remember last when i took this vaccine. maybe when child/teen i'm 21 years old now. i have just read pertussis vaccine should not be taken before 10 years of last dose. is there any risk?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Wendell Sumneranswered
Pediatrics 54 years experience
In a word, no. Taking the pertussis vaccine early is generally safe. At 21 years of age most young people are due for a booster but it would cause no harm to receive the vaccine early.
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Reviewed Apr 30, 2021
Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 37 years experience
Keep vaccines current and review your records with your physician. A booster may be provided and at your age, it is reasonable to obtain a booster. Antibody testing is available to confirm the presence of protective antibodies.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Apr 30, 2021
Last updated Apr 30, 2021
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