PattiL Posted June 2, 2005 Report Share Posted June 2, 2005 Just wondering if anyone's had a menningitis shot and if you had any adverse reactions to one. I wrote to Dr. Grubb today asking him if it's ok whether Chrissy gets one or not, no answer yet, guess I'll call tomorrow and see.Patti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyMouse Posted June 2, 2005 Report Share Posted June 2, 2005 No, but I've had many flu vaccinations and 2 pneumonia vaccinations without incident. I've chosen to get regular vaccinations as I am at higher risk of major complications after developing asthma.this topic has come up many times before, although not specifically about this particular vaccine. the topic tends to draw diverse, and strong opinions pro and con.Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sally Posted June 2, 2005 Report Share Posted June 2, 2005 Hi,If Chrissy is in college or about to attend college next year it might be wise to have this vaccine, I think they recommend it due to dorm life of the students and can be prone to a higher risk of menningitis. Both my daughters had this one before starting college. Along with Hep vacs in high school. They experienced no ill side effects from them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meghan Posted June 2, 2005 Report Share Posted June 2, 2005 I got this vaccine before I started college two years ago. I had no adverse reactions to it. Although I was undiagnosed at the time, I was experiencing POTS symptoms and I'm pretty sure I had POTS then (although doctors hadn't figured that out yet). It didn't make me more symptomatic or anything. They recommend this vaccination for those who will be going into college and living in close proximity with others in the dorms. I definitely think it's something to talk with your doctor about to see if it would be right for Chrissy. Best Wishes, Meghan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattiL Posted June 2, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2005 Thanks to everyone for your replies. Yes, Chrissy will be attending college this fall and it was recommended that she get the shot. I'll still try to get ahold of Dr. Grubb, but thanks for your experiences.Patti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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