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How long can i get sick for when i get my tdap booster and what will the signs and symptoms be? thanks?

Q: how long can i get sick for when i get my tdap booster and what will the signs and symptoms be? thanks?

: Tdap vaccine typically does not have extensive side effects. The most common is a very sore arm at the injection site, which lasts 2-3 days. Mild fever, fatigue and other symptoms are more rare.

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tdap vaccine typically does not have extensive side effects. The most common is a very sore arm at the injection site, which lasts 2-3 days. Mild fever, fatigue and other symptoms are more rare.

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Answered 7/22/2022

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A member asked:

How long can i get sick for when i get my tdap booster and what will the signs and symptoms be? thanks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Dr Dosanjh and another doctor agreed

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