As the name suggests, Meningococcal vaccinations are the recommended treatment for curing as well as preventing a syndrome, known as meningococcal disease. The microorganism called Neisseria meningitidis bacteria mainly causes this disease. The disease can be treated through two kinds of vaccines, such as Meningococcal conjugate vaccines and Serogroup B meningococcal vaccines.
Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccines
Meningococcal conjugate vaccines with a low dosage are used to treat the Meningococcal disease in kids that are aged between 11 and 12 years. Usually, the patients will be treated with two doses of the vaccine. The vaccine is capable of protecting the human body from the damage of the four kinds of bacteria. A slightly higher dosage of the vaccine will be used for those attaining the age of 16 years.
Serogroup B meningococcal vaccines
Serogroup B meningococcal vaccines are generally used to treat the disease in patients between 16 years and 23 years. In some cases, other adults and kids will be recommended to have meningococcal vaccines. The vaccine plays a vital role in protecting the human body against a type of the microorganisms, which causes the meningococcal disease.
Besides a meningococcal conjugate vaccine, both preteens, as well as adolescents would be recommended to immunize with a serogroup B meningococcal vaccine during the conditions that include:
♣ Having an uncommon type of medical condition.
♣ Using the Soliris medicine.
♣ Having an injured or eliminated spleen.
The combination of both vaccines is also recommended for those who are diagnosed with increased hazard due to the outbreak of a serogroup B meningococcal sickness.
The meningococcal conjugate vaccine is also recommended for kids, who are in the age group from 2 months to 10 years, as well as for adults if they:
♣ Are suffering from a rare kind of disorder.
♣ Are suffering from the human immunodeficiency virus infection.
♣ Are living or traveling to countries where the meningococcal disease is prevalent.
The Meningococcal vaccinations are suggested for adults who are at amplified jeopardy for meningococcal disease.
Side effects of the vaccinations
People who are immunized with meningococcal vaccine do not usually experience any serious side effects. They will have only mild side effects and the effects will leave within some days on their own. However, some people may experience serious reactions, as well. All mild effects of the treatment will last for a couple of days.
Some of the mild side effects of the Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine treatment include pain, skin redness, and fever. Serogroup B Meningococcal Vaccines can cause mild side effects that include:
♣ Swelling.
♣ Headache.
♣ Join or muscle pain.
♣ Vomiting or diarrhea.
♣ Cold.
These side effects will continue for 3 to 7 days.
Who are not the right candidates to get the vaccines?
If you are aged or having underlying health disorders, it is better and safe to stay away from getting the Meningococcal vaccinations treatment. The vaccines should not be used if:
♣ You or your kids are suffering from a serious allergic response or have a harsh allergy.
♣ You are a breastfeeding mother or a pregnant woman.
♣ You or your kids are not healthy to withstand the potency of the vaccines.
If necessary, you can have a detailed discussion with your family doctor prior to opting for the treatment.
