egg allergy and usmle - doc2530

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Egg allergy and influenza vaccine.. yes or no?

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egg allergy not absolute contraindication to flu vaccine. source: MTB step 3, p.13

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only for 18 year and older
not clear about less than 18 year

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only for yellow fever vaccine. thats it

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If history of anaphylaxis to egg products, still we can give influenza vax? why is the info on this so inconsistent ..

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IT is very clear in CDC

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recombinant vs regular
PEDS PATIENTS VS IM PATITENTS

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Thanks as per CDC http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/vaccine/q...accine.htm

People who have ever had a severe allergic reaction to eggs can get recombinant flu vaccine if they are 18 years and older or they should get the regular flu shot (IIV) given by a medical doctor with experience in management of severe allergic conditions. People who have had a mild reaction to egg—that is, one which only involved hives—may get a flu shot with additional safety measures. Recombinant flu vaccines also are an option for people if they are 18 years and older and they do not have any contraindications to that vaccine. Make sure your doctor or health care professional knows about any allergic reactions. Most, but not all, types of flu vaccine contain a small amount of egg.

I just hope the USMLE is up to date with this info.

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I agree