Injections or not??

randomviolins · Jan 4th, 2006, 07:17

I've observed that intramuscular injections hurt less when they are given into the upper part of the buttock muscle (muscle not fat!) than into the deltoid muscle on the shoulder. For the past few years, I've been getting my flu vaccines in the buttock for this reason. I don't know whether anyone has studied whether it makes a difference, in terms of efficacy of the vaccine, to get the injection in the butt or the shoulder; but I suspect somebody did study it (probably 100 years ago) and found no significant difference. The shoulder is probably the favorite site just because it's easier/more convenient to reach than the buttock. So you might consider asking the doc (or nurse) if you can get your shots in your butt.

phobal · Jan 4th, 2006, 09:25

Quote:

Originally Posted by robert stickland

Hi,I was just wondering your thoughts on getting injections when travelling these days as know one looks forward to needles.I had injections about thirteen years ago and am now due again.A few of my friends just dont bother anymore and have been fine,But as im leaving for India in five weeks i need to make a decision soon.
If anyone has any advice that would be great

The risk of a sore arm for a few hours FAR outweighs those socially-constructed western medicine diseases like hepA. Throw the dice!!! DO IT!!! Let us know how you're doing in 6 months.

larki55 · Jan 4th, 2006, 10:12

Is there any thought about the difference between the Hep A and Hep B shots and the Twinvac, that combines the two?

I have my appointment with the county health on Thursday.
Thanks

Lotus-Flower · Jan 5th, 2006, 05:03

Dear IM ers

I got my tetanus shot when i was a kid

Do i need to get new one again??

Thank u

PeakXV · Jan 5th, 2006, 05:07

I am fairly sure Tetanus is a 10-year deal .... so unless your still a teen ..
bend over!

Lotus-Flower · Jan 5th, 2006, 05:13

oh god!..

thanx for reply!

..so i need another one again?

terrible, thats like a 5-6 pieces of vaccination!

tough?

Fernergen · Jan 5th, 2006, 08:45

Hi folks,

I just got my needles last night. My arm is a bit sore now but the actual injections themselves were relatively painless. Some good news though. (I'm sure many of you may already know this but) Polio is no longer given in a needle. It is just two drops on a spoon that you lick off and swallow! One less needle

Sweet!

GujaratiHere · Jan 5th, 2006, 08:54

I am getting the following injections: Typhoid, Meales/Mumps and Tetanus?

Is that enough?

I am traveling in 2 1/2 weeks.

I am also planning on taking Malaria tablets.

larki55 · Jan 5th, 2006, 09:05

CDC says (www.cdc.gov/travel/indianrg.htm) Hep A, Hep B, Japanese encephalitis, Typhoid, and boosters for tetanus-diphtheria and measles. Oh, don't forget malaria pills.

I get to start my Hep shots tomorrow, och

I also understand Typhoid is a pill form Yes!!! my arm/bum is saved.

Anyone taken typhoid pills????

Tetanus is every 10 years or 5 years if you work outdoors

Larki

phobal · Jan 6th, 2006, 10:23

I don't know why
a) People are asking for medical advice on this forum.
b) People are giving medical advice on this forum.

Would you rely on the internet for financial advice? You wouldn't, so I don't know why you'd rely on the internet for medical information. Unless there's a wave of unethical backpacking MDs that I don't know about, talk to a doctor! You know, those guys in RL that wear lab coats?

PeakXV · Jan 6th, 2006, 10:44

[quote=phobal]I don't know why
a) People are asking for medical advice on this forum.
b) People are giving medical advice on this forum.

Would you rely on the internet for financial advice? You wouldn't, so I don't know why you'd rely on the internet for medical information. Unless there's a wave of unethical backpacking MDs that I don't know about, talk to a doctor! You know, those guys in RL that wear lab coats?[/QUOTE

The first time I went to India, the Dr. gave me Chloroquine at Toronto General, when I got to India they said Nobody uses Chloroquine anymore, so I flushed the pills and ordered a G&T!

It's interesting to get a general world consensus on shots etc., feed it in your database and then use it to help decide. I mean Rabies shots ... if you still do the 100-yard dash in under 20 seconds ... who needs them!

larki55 · Jan 6th, 2006, 20:25

PeakXV
What is G&T pills for malaria?? Can I get them in India??

My two cents: This is a great site to learn about what other people's experiences, and what they have learned. Yes, you always need to make your own mind up. I think the more the infomation the better.

PeakXV · Jan 6th, 2006, 21:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by larki55

PeakXV
What is G&T pills for malaria?? Can I get them in India??

My two cents: This is a great site to learn about what other people's experiences, and what they have learned. Yes, you always need to make your own mind up. I think the more the infomation the better.

There are many G&T pills in India all easy to swallow and with similar results.
Personally I would go with the London Gin & Schwepes Tonic Water.

larki55 · Jan 6th, 2006, 23:06

PeakXV,
Do you need to get a prescription for the meds?
Gin sounds great but vodka sounds better

PeakXV · Jan 6th, 2006, 23:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by larki55

PeakXV,
Do you need to get a prescription for the meds?
Gin sounds great but vodka sounds better

On my second trip to India the Dr. at the foreign travel & tropical disease center asked where I was staying and I told him mostly the larger cities and 5 star hotels. He tore up the Malaria prescription and told me to tuck my trousers in my socks when I go out and have a beer or two in the evening and you'll be fine! Gotta love those Dr's

Jan 5th, 2006, 05:07	#20
PeakXV Naan.tering Nabob Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Abode of Glooscap Posts: 4,333	Yup! I am fairly sure Tetanus is a 10-year deal .... so unless your still a teen .. bend over! __________________ We shall not cease from exploration and at the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started ...and know the place for the first time. T.S. Eliot Don't go to India ~ Pre-trip Warnings & Misconceptions?

Jan 5th, 2006, 08:45	#22
Fernergen Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 19	Shots Hi folks, I just got my needles last night. My arm is a bit sore now but the actual injections themselves were relatively painless. Some good news though. (I'm sure many of you may already know this but) Polio is no longer given in a needle. It is just two drops on a spoon that you lick off and swallow! One less needle Sweet!

Jan 5th, 2006, 08:54	#23
GujaratiHere Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Florida, USA Posts: 18	Injections or Not?? I am getting the following injections: Typhoid, Meales/Mumps and Tetanus? Is that enough? I am traveling in 2 1/2 weeks. I am also planning on taking Malaria tablets.

Jan 6th, 2006, 10:44	#26
PeakXV Naan.tering Nabob Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Abode of Glooscap Posts: 4,333	General Consensus [quote=phobal]I don't know why a) People are asking for medical advice on this forum. b) People are giving medical advice on this forum. Would you rely on the internet for financial advice? You wouldn't, so I don't know why you'd rely on the internet for medical information. Unless there's a wave of unethical backpacking MDs that I don't know about, talk to a doctor! You know, those guys in RL that wear lab coats?[/QUOTE The first time I went to India, the Dr. gave me Chloroquine at Toronto General, when I got to India they said Nobody uses Chloroquine anymore, so I flushed the pills and ordered a G&T! It's interesting to get a general world consensus on shots etc., feed it in your database and then use it to help decide. I mean Rabies shots ... if you still do the 100-yard dash in under 20 seconds ... who needs them!

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Jan 4th, 2006, 07:17	#16
randomviolins Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: New York Posts: 109	I've observed that intramuscular injections hurt less when they are given into the upper part of the buttock muscle (muscle not fat!) than into the deltoid muscle on the shoulder. For the past few years, I've been getting my flu vaccines in the buttock for this reason. I don't know whether anyone has studied whether it makes a difference, in terms of efficacy of the vaccine, to get the injection in the butt or the shoulder; but I suspect somebody did study it (probably 100 years ago) and found no significant difference. The shoulder is probably the favorite site just because it's easier/more convenient to reach than the buttock. So you might consider asking the doc (or nurse) if you can get your shots in your butt.

Jan 4th, 2006, 10:12	#18
larki55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: loving nature Posts: 254	Is there any thought about the difference between the Hep A and Hep B shots and the Twinvac, that combines the two? I have my appointment with the county health on Thursday. Thanks

Jan 5th, 2006, 05:03	#19
Lotus-Flower Account Closed Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: germany/yugoslavia Posts: 215	Dear IM ers I got my tetanus shot when i was a kid Do i need to get new one again?? Thank u

Jan 5th, 2006, 05:13	#21
Lotus-Flower Account Closed Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: germany/yugoslavia Posts: 215	oh god!.. thanx for reply! ..so i need another one again? terrible, thats like a 5-6 pieces of vaccination! tough?

Jan 5th, 2006, 09:05	#24
larki55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: loving nature Posts: 254	CDC says (www.cdc.gov/travel/indianrg.htm) Hep A, Hep B, Japanese encephalitis, Typhoid, and boosters for tetanus-diphtheria and measles. Oh, don't forget malaria pills. I get to start my Hep shots tomorrow, och I also understand Typhoid is a pill form Yes!!! my arm/bum is saved. Anyone taken typhoid pills???? Tetanus is every 10 years or 5 years if you work outdoors Larki

Jan 6th, 2006, 10:23	#25
phobal IM hoser Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: canaduh Posts: 519	I don't know why a) People are asking for medical advice on this forum. b) People are giving medical advice on this forum. Would you rely on the internet for financial advice? You wouldn't, so I don't know why you'd rely on the internet for medical information. Unless there's a wave of unethical backpacking MDs that I don't know about, talk to a doctor! You know, those guys in RL that wear lab coats?

Jan 6th, 2006, 20:25	#27
larki55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: loving nature Posts: 254	PeakXV What is G&T pills for malaria?? Can I get them in India?? My two cents: This is a great site to learn about what other people's experiences, and what they have learned. Yes, you always need to make your own mind up. I think the more the infomation the better.

Jan 6th, 2006, 23:06	#29
larki55 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: loving nature Posts: 254	PeakXV, Do you need to get a prescription for the meds? Gin sounds great but vodka sounds better

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