Hi! I'm 14 yrs. old and I am absolutley afraid of shots. I hate them so much. I have to decide whether to take the shot or mist. I really don't wanna get the shot, but I heard mists arnt tht great. Which is better...wht shud i take?
2006-10-12 14:17:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Great question. You definitely need the flu shot.
The nasal vaccine is made up of a weakened but LIVE influenza virus. It works by introducing the virus (by spraying it into your nose) to your immune system, which allows your body to generate antibodies as a defense against the virus. It is very effective in preventing the flu, and even when it doesn't completely prevent you from being infected, it frequently reduces how bad your symptoms are. After the vaccine, you may experience cough, aches, stuffy nose, sore throat.
The flu shot is made up of KILLED influenza virus, meaning there is no chance of getting "infected" or catching the "flu" from the vaccine. It is also very effective in preventing you from getting infected by the virus. Sometimes, after the vaccine, people feel feverish, or tired, or develop a sore throat. This is not because the shot gave you the flu, but because your immune system is revving up.
Basically, they are both pretty good vaccines and the Center for Disease Control recommends them both for people in your age group. Of course, there are reasons you shouldn't get them, and risks associated with getting vaccinated - you should talk to the doctor about those.
Personally, I think the shot is better, because it uses killed vaccine, and that is generally considered safer than getting a live virus. I also used to be afraid of shots - but they REALLY don't hurt much - just a pinch! Although I still don't like to watch them give it.
2006-10-12 14:35:07 · answer #1 · answered by Wondering 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do NOT get vaccinated.
A vaccinated person is MORE likely to get a disease than a non-vaccinated person. The whole theory of vaccination is flawed. It causes a weakening of the immune system thus making those who are innoculated more susceptible to disease.
There are so many awful side effects to vaccination that it should be considered extremely dangerous.
Just sit back and think for a while.
Is there any sense in injecting a disease directly into the bloodstream.
We have been subjected to an awful mind control program to enable the drug manufacturers to make a fortune.
The Vaccination Hoax
http://www.whale.to/b/hoax1.html
If you go to the vaccination liberation web page, at
http://www.vaclib.org/exemption.htm
You will find all the forms necessary to provide exemption for your child.
If you want to study the history of vaccination, see
http://dgwa1.fortunecity.com/body/vaccination.html
2006-10-12 19:11:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Go with the shot, it really doesn't hurt. Would you rather have the mist traveling through your sinus passage where you can taste it or maybe choke on it?
2006-10-13 04:48:05 · answer #3 · answered by real_sweetheart_76 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They gave that to my brother who's handicapped and he ended up interior the wellness center. additionally a woman I artwork with have been given it and it made her extremely sick to boot. i've got no longer heard something reliable with regard to the mist and genuinely, Drs. are no longer meant to furnish it to definitely anybody that has different ailments or immune issues. i could persist with the photos if I have been you.
2016-10-19 07:22:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋