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Is There Any Side Effects For Taking Protection Against Diphtheria, Tetanus And Polio?

Hello, I have recently recived a letter saying that I have to go to my local doctors surgery to recive protection protection against Diph, Tet, Polio Reinforcing . I was wondering if I absaloutly have to attend to this, the reason why I dont want to go if that I assume a needle will be used and I am very nervous about it. If I attend this is there another way I can recive protection other than a needle and if I have to use a nedle that you can give me anyway of helping my nerves on it? Also is there any side affects on this treatment? Be much appreciated if you can anser my question. George.
Wed, 30 Oct 2019
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Hello,

DT (diphtheria, tetanus) and polio vaccines are generally given routine in children and then every certain number of years in adults to provide protection against these infections.
Polio can be taken orally, 2 oral drops. This is a live vaccine and poses higher risk for side effects compared to the injectable form.
Some countries do not even have oral polio due to its side effects.

DT, unfortunately, is only in the injection form. So, if you need protection against these infections, the injection is the only way to have it.

I hope this answers your query.
I remain at your disposal for further medical assistance.

Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj
General and Family Physician
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Is There Any Side Effects For Taking Protection Against Diphtheria, Tetanus And Polio?

Hello, DT (diphtheria, tetanus) and polio vaccines are generally given routine in children and then every certain number of years in adults to provide protection against these infections. Polio can be taken orally, 2 oral drops. This is a live vaccine and poses higher risk for side effects compared to the injectable form. Some countries do not even have oral polio due to its side effects. DT, unfortunately, is only in the injection form. So, if you need protection against these infections, the injection is the only way to have it. I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal for further medical assistance. Regards, Dr. Antoneta Zotaj General and Family Physician