Contents:
- Medical Video: Flu shot safe for people with egg allergies
- Vaccines that should not be given to people with egg allergies
- 1. Rabies vaccine
- 22. Influenza vaccine
- 4. Yellow fever vaccine
Medical Video: Flu shot safe for people with egg allergies
People who have egg allergies must be careful when getting vaccinations. Because there are several vaccines made with a little egg protein. This can increase the risk of recurrence of allergic reactions. So, what types of vaccines should not be given to those who are allergic to egg protein?
Vaccines that should not be given to people with egg allergies
Almost all types of vaccines are generally safe for people who have egg allergies. Including the MMR vaccine (measles, German measles, and mumps) which incidentally contains little egg protein. This vaccine considered safe by expertseven for people who have allergies too badly.
Then, what should not be given to children or adults who have allergies to egg protein?
1. Rabies vaccine
Rabies is a dangerous virus that is transmitted through the bite of infected wild animals, generally skunks, raccoons, bats, and foxes. Pets including cats and dogs can also be infected with this virus.
Rabies infection that attacks humans can be fatal. So, you need protection from the virus with the rabies vaccine. Especially if you are at high risk, for example working near animals or taking care of animals.
However, most rabies vaccines contain egg protein so often not considered safe for people who have severe egg allergies.
22. Influenza vaccine
The WHO and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that almost everyone over the age of 6 months get a flu vaccine every year. Because, influenza is a serious disease that is highly contagious and is very likely to require hospitalization if the symptoms are severe enough. Severe influenza infection can even cause death in certain cases.
However, influenza vaccines not allowed for those who are allergic to eggs. The flu vaccine is made from egg embryos, which is feared to cause severe allergic reactions in these people.
4. Yellow fever vaccine
Yellow fever is a contagious infection through mosquito bites that is found in South America and Africa. If humans contract the virus, yellow fever can damage the liver and other internal organs that can be life threatening. This disease has a high mortality rate, so you need to be vaccinated before traveling to certain countries vulnerable to yellow fever outbreaks. For example, before leaving the Hajj or Umrah.
Unfortunately, all yellow fever vaccines are cultured in eggs, so doctors recommend those with a history of severe egg allergic reactions to avoid this vaccine. But those who have lighter egg allergic reactions may still be able to get a yellow fever vaccine. Tell your doctor if you have yellow fever but have a history of egg allergy. The doctor may provide other safer treatment options.
If you have an egg allergy, you should consult your doctor first before vaccinating any type to ensure the safety of the vaccine.
