Health A-Z Medical Reference

flumist is only for healthy people ages 2 to 49, but if it's not available, kids should get the traditional flu shot rather than wait. it should not be used in the 2016-2017 flu season.

side effects of the flu shot in adults can include: * runny nose * headache * sore throat

side effects of the flu shot in children can include: * runny nose * headache * vomiting * muscle aches * fever

serious side effects from the flu shot are rare. if you do get them, it should be within a few minutes to a few hours after you get the shot.

you might have a mild fever and feel tired or achy after you get the flu shot. some people also have soreness, redness, or swelling where the needle went in.

some people should make sure it's okay to get vaccinated. ask your doctor first if: * you've had an allergic reaction to a flu shot in the past.

the cdc recommends that everyone 6 months and older get immunized against the flu unless there's a medical reason not to. the cdc says the vaccine is especially important for people who are at high r

the shots prompt your body to get ready to fight an infection from the flu virus. it helps you create tools, called antibodies, to fight the virus when you're exposed to it.

some vaccines protect against more than one flu virus strain. trivalent vaccines work against three strains; quadrivalent vaccines fight four types of flu.

an intradermal flu shot uses a tiny needle that only goes skin deep. it's for people ages 18 to 64.

the high-dose flu shot is for people ages 65 and older. they may need a stronger dose to get the same protection.

an egg-free flu shot, unlike other types, isn't grown inside eggs. it's an option for people over age 18 who have severe egg allergies.

the traditional flu shot is an injection into your arm muscle. it's made from pieces of inactive flu viruses.

peak flu season can start as early as october and run through may. the best time to get a flu shot is as soon as it's available, usually in september or october.

a simple vaccine is the best way to protect yourself from the flu. it may sound like a minor illness, but it can cause big problems for some people.

the answer depends on what is making you so thirsty. drinking more water is a good place to start.

mild anemia probably won't make you thirsty, but you might find yourself craving more water if the condition gets severe. other symptoms include: * dizziness * fatigue * having pale or yellowish s

anemia means your body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells. some people are born with it, while others get it later in life.

if your glands don't make enough saliva, you may have other symptoms of dry mouth, such as: * bad breath * change in taste * gum irritation * lipstick sticking to your teeth * thick, stringy sali

when your mouth feels very dry, it can make you thirsty. usually, it happens because the glands in your mouth make less saliva.

despite its name, diabetes insipidus isn't related to diabetes. it happens when your body doesn't make enough of a hormone that helps your kidneys control the amount of water in your body.

along with thirst and more visits to the restroom, other symptoms of diabetes include: * blurred vision * excessive fatigue * hunger * cuts and bruises that are slow to heal

thirst you can't seem to quench is one symptom of diabetes, a disease in which your body doesn't make enough of the hormone insulin or doesn't use it properly. it causes too much sugar (called glucose

kids who are dehydrated might also: * have few or no tears when they cry * have a dry, sticky mouth * go to the bathroom less. babies might have fewer wet diapers.

besides wanting water, other signs can include: * dark-colored urine * not needing to pee as often * dry mouth * dry skin * feeling tired or lightheaded * headache