Where is the varicella vaccine injected?

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Chickenpox vaccine is usually injected at the deltoid muscle of the upper arm. Chickenpox is an acute infectious disease caused by varicella zoster virus, which mainly occurs in children and adolescents. Chickenpox vaccine is an effective means of preventing chickenpox and reducing the risk of contracting chickenpox. The best time to get chickenpox vaccine is between 12 and 18 months, or after a child enters kindergarten or school. When getting chickenpox vaccine, a doctor or nurse will disinfect the deltoid muscle of the upper arm and then inject the vaccine into the muscle using a syringe. After vaccination, you need to observe the vaccination site for 30 minutes to make sure there are no adverse reactions. It is important to note that chickenpox vaccine is not 100% effective, and it is still possible to contract chickenpox. In addition, there may be some adverse reactions after vaccination, such as fever, headache, muscle pain, etc., but these adverse reactions are usually mild and will disappear within a few days. If serious adverse reactions occur, seek medical advice promptly. Chickenpox vaccine should be administered with caution to specific groups such as pregnant women, people with weakened immune systems, and people receiving immunosuppressant therapy. Consult your doctor before vaccination to ensure the safety and effectiveness of vaccination. In short, chickenpox vaccine is a very important vaccine to prevent chickenpox. When vaccinating, you should choose a regular medical institution and vaccinate according to the doctor's advice. At the same time, you should pay attention to personal hygiene and maintain good living habits to prevent the spread of chickenpox.

Where is the varicella vaccine injected?

Where is the varicella vaccine injected?



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