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How To Treat Allergic Reaction To Pertussis Vaccine?
Hi. I went to the doctor recently and was given sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, but I am allergic to The pertussis vaccine and am having an allergic reaction resulting in extreme swelling of the forehead and the areas around my eyes. I ve stopped taking the medication, is there anything I can do to stop this reaction?
Fri, 29 May 2020
Hello,
Just stop the emdication and atart some antiallergic medication like Antihistamines . You can also take a steroid shot at the ER.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Harshita
Just stop the emdication and atart some antiallergic medication like Antihistamines . You can also take a steroid shot at the ER.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Harshita
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