what happens if you get the flu shot while having the flu?
465710
nothing. basically the flu shot is putting a weak flu virus into your body. that way your body can develop an resistance against it.
103760
The same way you would get it before the flu shot. The shots only protect against certaint strains of influenza, usually the deadlier type. I live in Wis. and have never had a flu shot. 45 and still kickin!
97591
The flu, influenza, is really severe. It is really mistaken by many with the word flu. You certainly could be starting it. The fever usually gets higher. The aches and pain from fever last usually 7 to 10 days. That is where many are mistaken by the word flu. Because true flu last at least seven to ten days or longer. And these patients are usually run down for a while even afterward. I am sure you have had this before.
865691
Um yes anytime you get a needle put into your body it hurts!!!  I hope that after your shot that you got to do something fun for your self.  =-) I usually go shopping or eat some good food =-) \n\nFEEL BETTER SOON !
676733
You probably have the flu.  If the symptoms continue or get stronger after a week, you should consider seeing the doctor.  For now, just try taking Actifed, Tylenol, Sudafed, or other over-the-counter medications that will temporarily alleviate your illness.
41002
Stay away from her as much as possible. Wash your hands after any contact with her. Don't even bother with a flu shot as a prevention to not get sick from her. It takes 2 weeks to become effective and doesn't provide immediate protection. If you want to get it to prevent getting the flu later this year then get it but remember you could still get the flu for 2 weeks. If you don't get it a flu shot soon, there is no point in even getting it. This is advice coming straight from other nurses.
216691
There is no cure for influenza, because the virus is constantly changing between people and the virus itself.  Like when you get the flu shot, its protective of the flu strain from the year before, so you're really about 80%protective from the new strain. The best way to help prevent this is flu vaccine, wash your hands, and Vitamin C needed to build up that immune system.
882141
Yes. Many people answering questions here have got the flu from a flu shot.\n\nDo NOT get vaccinated.\n\nA 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.\nThere are so many awful side effects to vaccination that it should be considered extremely dangerous.\nJust sit back and think for a while.\nIs there any sense in injecting a disease directly into your body.\nWe have been subjected to an awful mind control program to enable the drug manufacturers to make a fortune.\n\nThe Vaccination Hoax\nhttp://www.whale.to/b/hoax1.html\n\n\nIf you go to the vaccination liberation web page, at\nhttp://www.vaclib.org/exemption.htm\nYou will find all the forms necessary to provide exemption for your child.\n\nIf you want to study the history of vaccination, see\nhttp://dgwa1.fortunecity.com/body/vaccination.html
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Flu shots have many weird side effects.\n\nDo NOT get vaccinated.\n\nA 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.\nThere are so many awful side effects to vaccination that it should be considered extremely dangerous.\nJust sit back and think for a while.\nIs there any sense in injecting a disease directly into your body.\nWe have been subjected to an awful mind control program to enable the drug manufacturers to make a fortune.\n\nThe Vaccination Hoax\nhttp://www.whale.to/b/hoax1.html\n\n\nIf you go to the vaccination liberation web page, at\nhttp://www.vaclib.org/exemption.htm\nYou will find all the forms necessary to provide exemption for your child.\n\nIf you want to study the history of vaccination, see\nhttp://dgwa1.fortunecity.com/body/vaccination.html
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You'll need to know if you're allergic to eggs or not, it's not recommended to get the flu shot if you are [I know it sounds silly, but it's true] when you arrive they'll ask you to sign a waiver/agreement that says you are not having any flu-like symptoms at present - such as dizziness, nausea, cough, etc. If you are sensitive to shots or vaccinations you may want to bring a magazine, they'll probably ask you to wait for 10 minutes or so after you get the shot to make sure you aren't experiencing anything abnormal. Other than that, you're all set.
88176
Flu generally strikes 1 to 3 days after exposure to the virus. The onset of flu often seems sudden: people describe feeling like they've "been hit by a truck." Common flu symptoms include sudden onset, fever and chills, cough, muscle and joint pain, headache, fatigue and weakness. Some people also get a stuffy nose and sore throat.\n\nBoth the flu and a cold are viral infections and can cause symptoms such as coughing and sore throat. A cold is a minor viral infection of the nose and throat. The flu, however, is usually more severe, with higher fevers and the addition of aches and pains.\n:-)
150583
In people, bird flu usually begins much like conventional influenza, with fever, cough, sore throat and muscle aches, but bird flu can lead to life-threatening complications.
938710
No, it is a killed version of the flu that is expected to hit the US. They watch the world and see what strain is flourishing and then develop the vaccine to combat it. This is done by the US Public Health Service.\n\nIt will not give you the flu and really the only reason not to take it, is if your allergic to eggs. You can have a local reaction, soreness, slight warmth at the injection site, but you wont get the flu. This will allow your body to develop antibodies to combat the flu should you become exposed.
101688
pretty much the same as th flu
263854
Any shot that needs to be given in a large dose needs to go in the back side. this prevents it from being AS painful and alows it to be distributed evenly and not knot up. The hep A immuno globulin shot does sting during and can feel kind of like a bruise the next day, a little sore, and you may feel a little nauseated, some dry toast or crackers can help with that. But, doesn't that sound alot better than getting hep A?
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Influenza, or ‘flu’, is a highly contagious acute viral infection that affects people of all ages. It typically starts suddenly with fever, chills, headache, aching muscles, general prostration and a cough or other respiratory symptoms. Most people recover without complications in 1-2 weeks\n\nMany of the symptoms of flu are similar to those of the common cold (see Common cold), and many people incorrectly refer to a heavy cold as ‘flu’. Viruses cause them both, but flu affects the lungs much more that a cold does. Also flu doesn’t usually give you the same congested ‘heavy headed’ feeling that a cold does.\n\nThe majority of fit, healthy people can treat the symptoms of flu at home using remedies commonly available from pharmacies.  Antibiotics are not prescribed for flu as they have no effect on viruses. They may rarely be necessary to control complications, especially serious chest infections or pneumonia.\n\nIt is usually advised that otherwise healthy people should stay at home and in bed for as long as the acute symptoms persist, this is usually for two or three days after the symptoms peak. It is important to drink plenty of fluids and to treat the symptoms as necessary. See the encyclopaedia entries on colds, sore throats and coughs for symptom relief. \n\nThere is more information on the NHS direct website about Flu and the Common cold, just perform a search
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Thats definatley the symptoms of the flu.  \nIf you don't feel better within a couple days, go see a doctor.\nGood Luck!\nHope you feel better!