Shots & Vaccines
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Reaction to Immunizations???
Asked by J.C. from Chicago
on June 12, 2009
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My 4.5 month old son had his 4 month boosters a week ago. Since his shots, he has been experiencing episodes of edema/water retention in his legs, feet, arms, and han...
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- You should report this to the vaccine reaction system. I think the abbreviation is VAERS or something similar. I would also look for a doctor who is willing to listen...
- Hi J. sorry to hear about your sons reactions to the immunizations. I sure wouldn't let the doctors convince you of something you don't believe. Check out http://www...
- I'm sorry your little guy doesn't feel well, kids' illnesses are tough on the mamas. Do the docs or tests say WHY he has severe edema and elevated BP? I'm sure his i...
5 Vaccines?
Asked by M.M. from Washington DC
on December 9, 2008
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My son had his 5 year old check up today and received 5 different vaccines in 5 separate shots. (DTAP, VARIVAX,HEP A,IPV,MMR) Could they have combined any to give him...
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- My daughter just turned five. When she was four they gave her five shots too and said that except for flu shots, she doesn't have to have more than on e all at once ag...
- Kids these days get a lot of vaccinations, many of them in combination. I was amazed at how many they reccomend for our baby vs the ones her brother and sister got. ...
- Neither of my girls have ever had to have that many needlesticks at one time. So I am guessing some of ours were combined. I agree with another poster, it was probably...
Autism and Vaccines
Asked by G.L. from Minneapolis
on March 23, 2008
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Just wondering if anybody has heard anything/made personal choices to wait for their newborn's shots due to increased instances of autism with the possible connection ...
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- we've taken a middle of the road approach. i believe in being a good public citizen and that means vaccinating, AS LONG as it is healthy for my child. we're dealying...
- G., I have read into several of the studies and counter studies about the autism / MMR link. I think that it is either coincidental or there is a possibly a geneti...
- I didn't wait with anything regarding my daughter who is 6.5 years old. She's had shots that weren't mandatory also. I'm pregnant now and I will give my baby all h...
Vaccines
Asked by M.M. from Washington DC
on April 3, 2008
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I've been doing some research on vaccinations. My son is due for his 2-month visit and is supposed to receive 4-shots. I would like to have my doctor separate the sh...
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- Hi M., I have a baby girl that may have had a reaction to her 4 shots that started at 2 months. She ran a low grade fever for 3 weeks after and later ended up having ...
- I would check to see if any of the vaccines are combined. Sometimes 2-4 different vaccines are rolled into one shot, which makes the whole thing less traumatic! My 15 ...
- Hi M. - I am a huge advocate for informed choice and anti mass-vaccination schedule. I stopped vaccinating after my DD 6 mo visit after learning more on my own. ...
Vaccines - When Is It Enough?
Asked by C.H. from Johnstown
on July 13, 2010
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I have been having some doubts about the Vaccines my children are receiving. I believe that Vaccines help to prevent the spread of terrible diseases, I also believe th...
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- You have a topic that many will have vastly different opinions on. Yes, our children receive alot more vaccines than before - technology and research have brought more...
- I'm so glad that adults are waking up to see that this crazy vaccination situation in our country is over the top. You are right to be concerned. You are right to rese...
- This is the answer I gave a month or so back to a similar question, but my opinions haven't changed at all: Only you can answer that. You will get a different answe...
Reactions to Vaccinations
Asked by N.K. from Atlanta
on August 12, 2008
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HI- I am trying to get information and research immunizations. I have 3 children that have been fully vaccinated - but am in the process of looking into discontinuing ...
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- N.- My daughter is a Chiropractor and has done years of research on the adverse effects of vaccination. Unfortunately she has discovered that the bad side effects out...
- You can use the religious exemption in GA. I know several folks who do this. I too am holding off on the MMR until my daughter is two years old and my son may never ge...
- I'm sure you dont want to here this, but it is possible that the sickness was not related, but an isolated occurence. Trust me, I do not trust these vaccinations eith...
Vaccines and Autism
Asked by M.L. from Portland
on February 18, 2011
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I know this is a controversial issue but moms what do you think? Do vaccines cause autism? Why or why not? What are you experiences? Thank you and God bless
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- There are many responses to this question/issue in the archives. Just wanted to add that a fantastic book recently came out: "Vaccine Epidemic - How Corporate Gree...
- There is no connection. There are studies that are beginning to show a genetic link and researchers are isolating the genes involved in autism. I'e stated before tha...
- This same question is asked on this site at least once a week. Do a search on vaccines and autism - there are already a ton of answers out there.
Immunizations
Asked by L.P. from Nashville
on May 27, 2007
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My daughter is now six months old, but has only been to the doctor once when she was 2 months. I developed an uneasiness about continuing her immunizations because of ...
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- Hi, L.: I can definitely understand your uneasiness about the immunizations because of the risks involved. I remember reading (somewhere) that it's the COMBINATION...
- The shots are safe. The greater risk if if your child gets one of the awful diseases that could have been prevented with the immunizations. Please have your child im...
- Dear L., I don't think vaccines have had thimerosol in them for a couple of years. Ask your doctor for the package insert and look at ingredients. Google them. ...
Immunizations
Asked by A.H. from Spokane
on October 19, 2009
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Hello Ladies,
Im wondering if there are any moms out there that have dediced not to have their children immunized. I've always been on board with them but lately I've...
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- We do not vax at this time. Our youngest 2 have never been vaxed! If you want to talk about it and want me to point you to the info that helped us choose, you can ...
- Hi A., I am so glad you are taking the initiative and educating yourself about vaccines. I have three daughters, and do not vaccinate. Two of my daughters are sch...
- Good for you for educating yourself! If you want to read a series that discusses the other side of the issue, WIRED magazine's latest issue discusses the lack of a "g...
Concerned About Vaccinations
Asked by D.G. from Los Angeles
on September 24, 2007
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I have 2 boys one is 2 and the other 6 months my youngest has only had shots up to 2 months for the reason that our pediatrician stopped taking our insurance thats a w...
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- Hi D.... I have a 9 year old daughter who had a severe reaction to her Hepatitis B vaccine at 2 months of age. You can read more about her story on her website at ...
- Just took my son to the doctor for a cough. We go to Dr. Sears in Capo Beach, and there was a book in his office about vaccines. I think it was called "The Vaccine Boo...
- hi check out this web site. i found it very helpful in making my decisions not to vaccinate my children. www.drjaygordon.com J.
