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Flu Vaccination. Type1 Child.

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SammiPoo

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My little girls school offer the flu nasal spray every year. Never had any issues with it. My question is, now she's been diagnosed is she better with the injection or will the nasal spray be just as effective? I've read different opinions ie the injection although has more side effects is more effective than spray in those who's immune systems could be compromised. My GP had advised its really my choice but just wondered what others opinions/experiences are? Thanks
 
I have no knowledge of the spray but I've had the injection every year for the last 25 years and other than a sore arm I've only ever had a bad reaction to it once, and that was about 22 years ago! My point is, if you do get advised to go for the injection, I wouldn't worry about her having it too much. A lot of the people that talk of side effects blame it for giving them flu symptoms but it's a myth - it's just that it's given at the time of year when there are lots of colds about and it's coincidence.

Hope someone has some wise words on whether it's more effective or not for you
 
Thanks! I'm not against her having the injection, I'm just unsure if it's more effective than the spray. There's conflicting information out there. If they are just the same she could just get the spray as its done in school so need to wait for appointments etc. Thanks for you help
 
SammiPoo said:
Thanks! I'm not against her having the injection, I'm just unsure if it's more effective than the spray. There's conflicting information out there. If they are just the same she could just get the spray as its done in school so need to wait for appointments etc. Thanks for you help
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I'd talk to your daughter's DSN or GP and get their advice about what's best for her. The GP or Practice Nurse should also be able to answer questions about the effectiveness of each.
 
I spoke to our GP and they said its really down to choice as they will only offer the injection to kids with medical conditions but the nasal spray is offered to all children. Just wanted others opinions/experiences.
 
For many places it comes down to what is offered and the important thing is that she gets it. So if you're being offered two variations you are lucky and just go for what makes you more comfortable as long as she gets it in the end.
 
Yes she's always had the nasal spray prior to diagnosis. Wouldn't not get it now! Can never be too careful
 
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