Definition: The Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine (T-VP) is a type of vaccine that is used to prevent typhoid fever, which is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Typhoid fever is a common illness in children and adults in many parts of the world. The disease can be serious if it spreads to other people or animals, leading to death or severe complications such as encephalitis, meningitis, and sepsis (a type of bacterial infection caused by bacteria). The Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine is a live vaccine that contains specific parts of the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. These parts include: - The outer membrane layer - The capsular polysaccharide (cap-sol) from the Vibrio cholerae DNA - The nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) of the Vibrio cholerae bacterium - The protein capsule - The outer protein envelope The vaccine is administered through a needle or syringe using a needle made out of a type of plastic that can withstand being injected with the vaccine. It is given at two different stages: as a shot in children 6 months to 5 years old and then as a booster shot when they are older. Once the T-VP vaccine has been administered, it helps your body build antibodies against Vibrio cholerae bacteria. Antibodies are proteins that help your immune system recognize and fight off harmful microbes like viruses or bacteria. Once you have antibodies, you can no longer be infected by the same virus or bacteria again, but the immune system will continue to work hard to protect you from other infections. It's important to note that Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine is not a cure for typhoid fever. It only helps your body build antibodies and fight off the bacteria once they have entered your body. If you experience severe symptoms of typhoid fever, such as high fever, chills, vomiting, or diarrhea, it's recommended to see a doctor. Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine is available in multiple forms including: - Single-Dose (1 dose) vaccine - Subcutaneous (subcutaneous) injection - Intradermal (injected into the skin) - Intramuscular (injected into the muscle) - Topical (topical) - Recipient-controlled vaccine - Oral vaccine It's important to visit a healthcare provider to discuss which form is best suited for you and your specific situation.
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