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Is pneumonia vaccine live?
There are 2 variants of the vaccine. PPSV23 and PCV7. All contain the dead form of the bacteria. So they help in the production of antibodies that defend against the 23 types of pneumococcal bacteria
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Who should get a pneumonia vaccine
All of those who have a lessened body resistance should get this vaccine. It is mainly meant for those who have a lowered body resistance. PCV7 is for kids under 2 or under 5 and PPSV is for adults
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Does getting pneumonia vaccine help flu complications
Pneumonia vaccine helps in the protection against the onset of pneumonia that is caused by 23 different variants of pneumococcal bacteria. When the flu complicates, then you might be able to defend against the 23 serotypes of bacteria with ease if you have had the pneumonia vaccination at an earlier point of time
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If you currently have pneumonia should you get the vaccine
If you are suffering from pneumonia, the vaccine that is got after the contraction might not help. You have to take up medications as prescribed by a doctor. Both PCV7 and PPSV23 are not considered for treating the ailment
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I had pneumonia vaccine and will someone get pneumonia from me?
Pneumonia vaccine helps in protecting you from the invasion of 23 serotypes of bacteria. Even after getting it, there is a chance that you might contract the ailment due to a different variant of bacteria. The ailment is such contagious.
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How long does pneumonia vaccine shot last
For otherwise healthy individuals, it can last for a lifetime. In case of people above 65 years of age, it is better to opt for a boost if its more than 5 years since the last pneumonia shot was got. For people with a lowered immunity, it is advocated once in 5 or more years
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What is the recommendation for pneumonia shot in older children vaccine schedule
The general schedule is once in lifetime. In case the kid had missed to get the vaccine before 2 years of age, he can get PCV7 once before his 5the birthday. If the child is immuno suppressed, the doctor might ask you to get PPSV23 and PCV7
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Will pneumonia vaccine help hin1
Pneumonia shot aims at defending against 23 serotypes of pneumococcal bacteria which are often the cause of the ailment. H1N1 is a virus that causes the 2009 h1n1 flu and is no where related to the pneumonia vaccination
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Is pneumonia vaccine a live vaccine
Pneumonia vaccination contains 23 different variants of pneumococcal bacteria. They are all contained in the deadened form. They aim at protecting the individual against a possible future infection
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Can i get the pneumonia vaccine and the h1n1 vaccine?
This shot can be got with h1n1 vaccine. There should be no problem in this regard. But if you are pregnant or severally not well, it is vital to talk to the doctor in detail