Side effects: The vaccine may cause mild side effects such as redness or swelling at the injection site, low-grade fever, tiredness, or mild muscle aches.
Additional precautions: Ensure your routine UK childhood vaccinations are up to date. A booster may be needed if your last dose was over 10 years ago, especially before travel to certain countries.
Risks caused by diphtheria, polio, and tetanus:
- Diphtheria can lead to severe breathing difficulties and heart problems.
- Polio can cause paralysis and lifelong disability.
- Tetanus is a serious infection from wounds that affects the nervous system and can cause painful muscle spasms.
