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February 22nd, 2011 
asilonline Pneumonia Vaccine Side Effects
A recent study by the National Institute of Health states that the pneumonia vaccine prevents most cases of pneumonia. Some people believe that administering the pneumonia vaccine will result in contracting pneumonia . However it is not so, as the vaccine is not a live vaccine. Along with the required effects, all vaccines have side effects. They are usually minor and temporary. However, in rare cases, pneumonia vaccine side effects are serious, like allergic reactions which cause breathing difficulties, tachycardia, dizziness, throat swelling, and at times, even behavioral changes.
There are some general side effects caused by most vaccines like pain, redness, swelling or a small lump at the site of the injection. These side effects usually resolve in a few days. Other side effects include fever, headache, muscle aches and pains or a rash. Only in rare cases (about one in a million) does a vaccine cause serious side effects like an allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. This is easy to identify, as it begins moments after the vaccination is administered and includes distinct symptoms such as hives, rashes, swelling of the lips and even severe anxiety.
The following are notable side effects of the pneumonia vaccine:
•Common side effects from pneumonia vaccine include redness, soreness, a hard lump, swelling or pain at the site of injection. These pneumonia shot side effects can occur with the administration of any vaccine, and do not need medical attention unless they continue for a long period of time.
•Some other rare side effects for a pneumovax shot are aches or pain in joints or muscles, fever, skin rash, swollen glands, unusual tiredness or weakness. You should consult a doctor if these symptoms occur.
•Another one of pneumonia vaccine side effects is having high fever (around 102 degree Fahrenheit). If this occurs, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
•Pneumonia shot side effects like allergic reactions occur only in rare cases. This can be life threatening and should be taken seriously.
It is not necessary that everyone suffers from some or the other side effects of the vaccine. Also, treatments for pneumonia shot side effects are not always necessary, as they usually subside on their own. Only if a side effect lasts longer than five days is it necessary to consult a doctor. Though pneumonia vaccine is considered to be safe, it is best if only those people who are at a risk of acquiring it get vaccinated.
Pneumonia can be a life threatening condition, especially for elderly people, children and those with weak immune systems. Thus, it is better to take precautions in such cases. After all, the pneumonia vaccine side effects are far less as compared to pneumonia symptoms themselves!
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I can say I had an allergic reaction to this vaccine as well as two other people I know. I went to my local walk in care as when I called my doctors office they had no openings and told me to go to walk in care. I was told I had a localized reaction. I had told her all the issues I was having: Pain at injection site and all down my arm and around my shoulder and shoulder blade, down the right side of my back, I had joint pain and a lot of swelling at the injection site, I even had a headache. I also had a fever of 100.4 F. I still can’t use that arm for much. I am taking 800 mg of Ibuprofen every 8 hours, 1000 mg of Tylenol every 8 hours in-between doses of ibuprofen and 50 mg of Benadryl every 4 hours. I’m pretty much high and loopy off the meds I’m on and I have a huge hive at the injection site. I’m not in as much pain but I still have no desire to eat, and tomorrow is Thanksgiving.
If you don’t need the vaccine DO NOT GET IT!