Age 50+
Combined Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio
£50.00 /dose
Book this vaccineDiphtheria, Tetanus, and Polio Vaccination
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What Is Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Polio?
| Diphtheria | Tetanus | Polio |
|---|---|---|
| Diphtheria is a serious contagious disease that can cause severe respiratory issues, usually presenting as a sore throat and quickly leading to breathing problems. | Tetanus or "lockjaw" is a serious bacterial infection. This usually happens if the bacteria (Clostridium tetani) enter an open wound after some injury. | Polio is a serious viral infection caused by poliovirus. It can spread from one person to another due to coming into contact with the faeces of the infected person, droplets when they sneeze or cough and through contaminated food or water. |
| Signs & symptoms | ||
| It causes mild to no symptoms like a person may carry the virus and not know about it. As the virus damages the nervous system, it can lead to permanent paralysis. | ||
| Fever | Muscle rigidity | Fever |
| Tiredness | Rapid heart rate | Fatigue |
| Sore throat | Difficulty swallowing | Neck stiffness |
| Nasal discharge | Excessive sweating | Muscle spasms |
| Difficulty breathing | Painful muscle spasms in the neck | Seizures |
| Enlarged lymph nodes in the neck | Painful muscle spasms in the jaw (lockjaw) | |
| Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) | ||
| Thick grey/white patch covering the throat | ||
Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Polio Vaccination
It is also sometimes referred to as DPT (diphtheria, tetanus and polio) vaccine. A single booster dose of the combined diphtheria, tetanus, and polio vaccine, known as the Td/IPV vaccine, is recommended before travelling to reinforce immunity. This booster helps protect against these diseases in regions where they remain prevalent.
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How Does Batley Pharmacy Help?
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio are serious infectious diseases to consider when travelling. Although largely controlled in many regions, these diseases still pose risks in some areas. Prepare for a safe trip by getting your booster at Batley Pharmacy. Our healthcare professionals are ready to help you stay protected during your travels.