Im getting a tetanus shot. But im scared cause i read in an article that it may cause death.?
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You won't die! The doctors would give you something and not tell you it has a possible fatality. There is no way you could die.
The you might die thing is a load of crap
below are the listed possible side effects of getting the tetanus vaccination:
What are the possible side effects of tetanus toxoid vaccine?
Getting tetanus is much riskier than getting the tetanus toxoid vaccine. However, a vaccine, like any medicine, is capable of causing serious problems, such as severe allergic reactions. The risk of tetanus toxoid vaccine causing serious harm, or death, is extremely small.
Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if any of the following rare but serious side effects from tetanus toxoid are experienced:
a serious allergic reaction including swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; hives; paleness; weakness; dizziness; or a fast heart beat; or
deep, aching pain and muscle wasting in the upper arm(s) starting 2 days to 4 weeks after the shot, and lasting up to many months.
Other less serious side effects, such as soreness redness, or swelling where the shot was given, may be more likely to occur. These side effects usually start within hours to a day or two after vaccination. They may last 1-2 days. Your doctor may recommend reducing pain or soreness from the injection by taking an aspirin-free pain reliever such as acetaminophen (Tylenol, Tempra, others) or ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil, others) when the shot is given and for the next 24-48 hours. Your healthcare provider can tell you the appropriate dosages of these medications.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Contact your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
dude dont be a baby its just a shot andyway if you did die at least your famliy could sue the doctor and be rich
I had to get one a few years ago because my dog bit me and I needed a few stitches. Nothing serious at all but because I hadn't had one since I was a kid, they gave me a shot. I had no problems with it at all, and normally if there is even a small minute side effect with meds I'll usually get them. I had no problems at all. Sometimes the more info you have is worse. I'm the same way, it's always best to be sure. It's more likely that you'll have problems with Tetanus and Diptheria illnesses themselves than with the vaccine. I would get it.
It can happen, but it's rare.
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