Influenza on the threshold. More precisely, he already went to some houses. But there is no epidemic yet. Means, the flu vaccination is still relevant. The most optimal time to vaccinate against the flu is September-November, since after the vaccination and before the epidemic begins it takes about 2 weeks to recover the body and develop immunity to the disease.

This fact does not cause disputes. But there are many other myths, which gradually grows with the theme of vaccination against influenza.

Inoculation is ineffective.

Vaccination never gives 100% guarantee that you will not get sick with the flu or any other ailment from which you are vaccinated. But the fact that you will transfer the course of this disease is much easier, since protective antibodies are developed in the body - it is proved and logically justified. Of course, provided that the vaccination was carried out in a timely manner and the doctor took into account all the indications / contraindications.

The vaccine itself provokes the development of influenza.

The vaccine contains a weakened form of the virus (their protein components). These components can weaken the immune system and manifest certain symptoms, for example, colds (nasal congestion, coughing). At the same time, these symptoms are not at all a reason to panic and sin on the quality of the vaccine (after all, you checked the lot number, expiration date, etc.. ) These signs indicate that the vaccine that you have been administered works and the immune system responds to its antigens.

Pregnant should not be vaccinated.

According to WHO recommendations, pregnant women are in the category of population who clearly require influenza vaccination. Only to conduct it should be planned and, having preliminary weighed all pros and cons. Vaccinate to women in an interesting position is recommended for 2-3 trimester of pregnancy. If, at the time of the vaccination company (October-November), the first trimester falls, doctors carefully assess the risks to the health of the mother and fetus. For example, in the presence of diabetes mellitus in pregnant women or chronic heart problems, the effects of influenza can lead to a deplorable outcome for both the expectant mother and the baby. In this case, vaccination is clearly shown.

For children, vaccination is compulsory.

In most cases, children attending a kindergarten, school, mugs, courses need protection in the form of vaccination (up to 6 months. it is not recommended to do it). After a trip in transport, staying in a large crowd of people - all this contributes to a rapid infection with the influenza virus, easily transmitted by airborne droplets. But not all so clearly!.

PRIVAIL CAN NOT BE TAKEN TO CHILDREN TRYING ANY DEMONSTRATION. ONLY HEALTHY KIDS!.

In children with increased sensitivity to egg white, antibiotics of the aminoglycoside series - also a special relationship with vaccination against influenza, not in favor of the latter.

And children with weak immunity, chronic diseases of respiratory, cardiovascular systems, impaired renal function, diabetes mellitus, it is desirable to do anti-influenza prophylaxis with homeopathic and phytopreparations, rather than standard vaccines.

So do not tackle the issue of vaccination on your own - do not be too lazy to consult a pediatrician who observes the baby and keeps a medical history.

The flu does not get sick several times in a row.

"If measles or rubella sometimes get sick, then you will not get any more" - so far such a quote can be found in different medical reference books. But in practice, due to the fact that diseases mutate, one virus is superimposed on another and so on.. , often even these diseases are ill several times throughout life, what can we say about the flu!.

THE FLU can be RISE EVEN SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SEASON!.

So, in the midst of an epidemic, it's worth to be especially careful of those who have recently suffered the disease, because to a weakened organism, the virus can easily "hang on" again and then surely not to avoid serious complications that are often carried worse than the flu itself. You do not need such problems? Together with the doctor in a timely manner, make a decision about vaccination and develop for yourself all the myths.

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