The recently published study covered three flu seasons , , looking for any increased risk for miscarriage among pregnant people who had received a flu vaccine during their pregnancy. The study found NO increased risk for miscarriage after flu vaccination during pregnancy.
This study was conducted in follow-up to a previous smaller study. The prior study external icon examined data from the and flu seasons and identified an association between flu vaccination early in pregnancy and an increased risk of spontaneous abortion or miscarriage; particularly among people who had received flu vaccine during the previous flu season.
However, the smaller study had several limitations, including small sample size which could have led to imprecise results. This study was the only analysis to show that association; no other studies had found an increased risk of SAB following flu vaccination At this time, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices ACIP , the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ACOG external icon and CDC continue to recommend that pregnant people get a flu vaccine during any trimester of their pregnancy because flu poses a danger to pregnant people and a flu vaccine can prevent serious illness, including hospitalization, during pregnancy.
A fact sheet with more information on this topic is available. Any pregnant person who has questions about vaccines should talk to their doctor. The most common side effects experienced by pregnant people are the same as those experienced by other people. They are generally mild and include:. If side effects occur, they usually begin soon after the shot is given and generally last for days. A flu shot, like other injections, can occasionally cause fainting. Rarely, flu shots can cause serious problems like severe allergic reactions.
Anyone with a severe, life-threatening allergy to any of the vaccine ingredients should not get the shot. Top of Page. Most people who have an allergy to eggs can get vaccinated, with some additional safety measures.
A person with severe life-threatening allergy to any vaccine component, including egg protein, should not get the shot, even if they are pregnant. Pregnant people should tell the person giving the shots if they have any severe allergies or if they have ever had a severe allergic reaction following a flu shot.
People who have a history of severe egg allergy those who have had any symptom other than hives after exposure to egg should be vaccinated in a medical setting, supervised by a health care provider who is able to recognize and manage severe allergic reactions. If you were pregnant during last year's flu season and got the flu vaccine, you'll still need to get this season's flu vaccine. If you feel any of these side effects, take paracetamol and rest.
Paracetamol is safe to take during pregnancy. It will help you and your baby avoid a fever. Reactions are generally mild and serious side effects such as severe allergic reactions are very rare. Your GP or pharmacist is trained to deal with this. If you are unwell after the vaccine, talk to your GP. Do not assume that it is the side effects from the vaccine. Page last reviewed: 8 November Next review due: 8 November There is good evidence that pregnant women have a higher chance of developing complications if they get flu, particularly in the later stages of pregnancy.
One of the most common complications of flu is bronchitis , a chest infection that can become serious and develop into pneumonia. If you have flu while you're pregnant, it could cause your baby to be born prematurely or have a low birthweight, and may even lead to stillbirth or death. Studies have shown that it's safe to have the flu vaccine during any stage of pregnancy, from the first few weeks up to your expected due date.
Women who have had the flu vaccine while pregnant also pass some protection on to their babies, which lasts for the first few months of their lives. It's safe for women who are breastfeeding to have the vaccine. The best time to have a flu vaccine is in the autumn, before flu starts circulating. If you've missed this time, you can have the flu vaccine later in the winter although it's best to get it earlier.
Do not worry if you find that you're pregnant later in the flu season — you can have the vaccine then if you have not already had it. Contact your midwife or GP surgery to find out where you can get the flu vaccine.
It's a good idea to get vaccinated as soon as possible after the vaccine becomes available in September. Committee Opinion No. Grohskopf LA, et al. Prevention and control of seasonal influenza with vaccines: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices — United States, influenza season. See also Air travel during pregnancy Allergy medications during pregnancy Ankle swelling during pregnancy Antibiotics and pregnancy Aspirin during pregnancy Baby brain Pregnancy back pain Breast-feeding while pregnant Childbirth classes Couvade syndrome Dental work during pregnancy Thinking about exercise during pregnancy?
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