Do i have to see a specialist to get a diptheria, tetanus and pertussis vaccine ordered?

Question

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?

Answer 1

Easily Obtained: Your pediatric office has this vaccine for all children. Some offices will offer the tdap (adult version) to parents. Local health departments stock this. Remember, as an adult, if you need a "tetanus" shot, always ask for the "full version" which would include diptheria and pertussis (whooping cough) too. This will aid in protecting or cocooning younger children and babies from these diseases.

Answer 2

Doctor's office: Your medical doctor can give you all the necessary immunization.

Answer 3

Other options: Some doctor's offices do not keep in stock all the different kinds of vaccines. Check before making an appointment. Most local health departments have the correct vaccines for different ages. I do not recommend retail walk in clinics, since they do not have you or your child's complete immunization record. Think of your doctors office as your "medical home".

Answer 4

Tdap for adults: Ask your doctor, as tdap is now recommended as a booster in all adults through 64 years of age, most doctors office keep this vaccine in stock if your doctor does not have it in stock he/she can refer you to someone who has it.It is covered by most insurance companies.

Answer 5

5-10 years: You recieve doses of dtap at 2mo, 4mo, 6mo and then 15mo. Then a booster again at 4 years of age. Then another at age 11. And then every 5-10 years (according to some experts). If fully immunized.

Answer 6

Differing times: Pertussis usually does not last more than 8 years. Tetanus can last for a very long time. I have checked immunity for tetanus 25 years after the last vaccine and still found very strong immunity. It is best to check for immunity before repeating any vaccine. There is no need to repeat if the immunity is there. There are so many toxins in vaccines so if you have to vaccinate, do as few as possible.

Answer 7

I0Years if fully imm: If fully immunized with 6 shots given in childhood you are immune to all three Diptheria,Tetanus&Whooping Cough(Pertusses) A booster is adviced every 10 years The first 5 shots are given at age2,4,6,15-18 months and 4-6 years and these days Tdap is recommended at age of 11

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