Side Effects of Influenza Vaccine
There are various side effects that can be caused related to the provision of
influenza vaccine. Common side effects include:
- Pain, redness and swelling in the injected area.
- Fever.
- Nausea.
- Hard to breathe.
- Hoarseness.
- Swelling around the eyes or lips.
- Tired, dizzy, and pale face.
- Heart beat.
- Changes in behavior.
- Fainting.
- Runny nose.
- Muscleache.
- Gag.
- Sore throat.
If you experience any of these reactions after receiving the influenza vaccine, contact your doctor immediately for further treatment. To prevent influenza illness, in addition to the vaccine you can do several things, such as reducing contact with the sick, resting at home when you are sick, eating and drinking enough, use a mask to avoid spreading the virus when you cough or sneeze, and get used to wash hands with soap and clean water.
