Bacterial meningitis, travel vaccinations and HPV
Bacterial meningitis affects 1,000 to 1,200 people in the U.S. every year. It strikes suddenly. The symptoms are fever, lethargy, difficulty eating or sleeping, headaches, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light. It can cause hearing loss and brain damage, but can be treated with antibiotics. A shot may be a good idea for a student going to college.
There are required and recommended travel vaccinations. Required travel vaccinations are those that you must have in order to enter certain countries. In some countries, the government will demand you take the yellow fever vaccine and meningitis vaccine. The proof of these vaccines is called the International Certificate of Vaccination. Recommended travel vaccinations are not demanded by law but are still a good idea. At the Traveler Information Center of the CDC Web site, you can find out which vaccines, if any, you will be required to take. You can also learn which travel vaccines are recommended for your destination. Some of these vaccines need to be given in two to three doses over the course of several months. This is why it is so important to plan ahead.
The human papillomavirus is different in that it usually causes no major symptoms, but certain forms of it can cause cancer. In the United States, 26,800 cases of cancer each year can be traced to this virus.
Immunization services in Germantown, MD
All these vaccinations can be obtained at Germantown Primary Care Associates, serving patients in Montgomery County, Germantown, Gaithersburg and Hyattstown. Dr. Manbir Takhar is the Chief Medical Officer. Bring your insurance card, a valid photo ID, a list of any medications you are taking and any other medical information you might want to have. Make an appointment today.
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