What are side effects of senior dose of flu vaccine?

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According to the CDC, mild side effects from the flu shot include soreness, redness or swelling at the injection site, low-grade fever, and aches. Only about 1 percent to 2 percent of people who get a flu shot will have a fever as a side effect, Schaffner said.

Rare but serious side effects can occur, including allergic reactions. Symptoms of serious side effects include difficulty breathing, swelling around the eyes or lips, hives, racing heart, dizziness and high fever. If you experience serious side effects, you should seek medical care immediately, the CDC says.

For children, side effects from the flu nasal spray can include a runny nose, wheezing, headache, vomiting, muscle aches and fever. For adults, side effects include a runny nose, headache, sore throat, and cough. These side effects last a short time compared to the actual flu illness, the CDC says.

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