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Flu Vaccine

Hi,Everyone.
Yesterday Mike and I got our annual flu shot that we have been over the years.
I for one never or we have never had any problems with it so far.
So,tonight while reading the newspaper,came across this letter to the editor.
Pretty weird to me to read this.
I am sure they will be lot of feedback on this.
Not sure what GBS is.
So here is the letter that was written.
This is our second day of the shot.
Waiting to see or no not waiting to see what happens.

Some people who get the flu vaccine could get more than just flu protection. A person could get Guillain Barre Syndrome. They don't tell you that.

Our daughter received the flu shot, and a couple days later she developed GBS. It is potentially deadly or crippling. She lost all feeling in her legs at the time. Then got worse as it attacked her nerves, slowly rising from her feet to her chest. As it goes up, it kills the nerves and complicates all autonomic systems, blood pressure, even going the bathroom. She had to be cathoded for a long time. She also never regained her ability to walk.

So think of this before you decide to get a flu shot. You may get more than you want.

EDWARD SARGENT

Penacook

posted on Sept 22, 2011 2:16 PM ()

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Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff

Guillain-Barre (ghee-YA-buh-RAY) syndrome is a disorder in which your body's immune system attacks your nerves. Weakness and tingling in your extremities are usually the first symptoms. These sensations can quickly spread, eventually paralyzing your whole body. In its most severe form, Guillain-Barre syndrome is a medical emergency requiring hospitalization.

The exact cause of Guillain-Barre syndrome is unknown, but it is often preceded by an infectious illness such as a respiratory infection or the stomach flu. Luckily, Guillain-Barre syndrome is uncommon, affecting only 1 or 2 people per 100,000.

There's no known cure for Guillain-Barre syndrome, but several treatments can ease symptoms and reduce the duration of the illness. Most people recover from Guillain-Barre syndrome, though some may experience lingering effects from it, such as weakness, numbness or fatigue.

One of my Aunties had an allergic reaction that triggered this disease. She never got better, either. They said lots of times people get it from allergic reactions. One more thing to worry about.

comment by stella on Sept 29, 2011 2:26 AM ()

I got mine last week-the stronger one for older people.

comment by boots586 on Sept 25, 2011 3:15 PM ()

well did not know this.That they had a stronger one for us old folks.

reply by fredo on Sept 25, 2011 3:44 PM ()

I won't get mine until the first of November or the middle of October. It
usually isn't cold until then.

comment by elderjane on Sept 24, 2011 6:54 AM ()

I just heard (TV) that if you keep to yourself (like I do), eat and sleep right, wash your hands, etc., there's little chance you'll get the flu. That's my "shot". I've gotten a flu shot once in my life. Guess what? I still got the flu--the only time I ever got it!

comment by solitaire on Sept 24, 2011 6:08 AM ()

Maybe the flu shot gave you the flu

reply by fredo on Sept 24, 2011 9:35 AM ()

My annual flu shot comes in a small glass,next to the bottle that reads PATRON.

comment by jondude on Sept 23, 2011 9:00 AM ()

reply by fredo on Sept 23, 2011 9:05 AM ()

My wife is an RN and she's been doing clinics at the local Wal-Marts.

comment by redwolftimes on Sept 23, 2011 6:34 AM ()

Hey Tim,nice hearing from you and she knows the score.

reply by fredo on Sept 23, 2011 9:06 AM ()

Side effects are so very rare- but flu deaths are not, especially among the elderly. Our bodies are no longer what they used to be.

comment by dragonflyby on Sept 22, 2011 9:20 PM ()

well she was I gather a young person.I believed that she had this before the shot.Will see if there is any feedback tonight on this.

reply by fredo on Sept 23, 2011 9:09 AM ()

This year's vaccine is the same as last year, so I might skip it unless they are pushing doses when I see the doc in late November. Nothing is 100%, but for the millions of doses administered, very few people have complications of any kind.

comment by jjoohhnn on Sept 22, 2011 7:19 PM ()

there is always someone complaining about this and believed that the flu shot did not cause whatever she had.She may have been sick with that disease and the shot was too much for her?

reply by fredo on Sept 23, 2011 9:08 AM ()

Wonder if this is the same woman whose daughter became retarded due to the vaccine in Texas?!?!?

Had mine 3 weeks ago--all is fine!

comment by greatmartin on Sept 22, 2011 3:15 PM ()

Same here,not sure where this story is heading but will find out soon when we get a feedback on this.

reply by fredo on Sept 22, 2011 3:59 PM ()

I will be getting mine this year, never did last year and I had the flu several times.

comment by elkhound on Sept 22, 2011 2:46 PM ()

Good for you and not sure what this letter is all about.I am sure we will be getting feedback on this.Nice to see you again.

reply by fredo on Sept 22, 2011 3:02 PM ()

Ray and I always go for ours. He actually got his earlier in the week. I haven't had a chance to do it yet, but definitely will!

comment by lunarhunk on Sept 22, 2011 2:20 PM ()

Good for you and Ray for getting his early.

reply by fredo on Sept 22, 2011 3:03 PM ()

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