M034 pneumococcal debacle – reaction to a common vaccine

Streptococcus pneumonia is the leading cause of bacterial pneumonia worldwide. In the US, the PPSV-23 vaccine is indicated for adults older than 65 and those with underlying conditions that put them at increased risk for pneumococcal disease. This is the case of a patient with a febrile systemic and localized reaction to the PPSV-23 vaccine.
Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Source Type: research