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4518471 tn?1355798857

meningitis shot

So for the state I am in I have to get the meningitis shot but I found out that I have the mcv4 shot? I would like to know if they are the same or would it replace my meningitis shot?
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Hello,

The MCV4 is a meningitis vaccine.

Do you have additional questions?

~ Dr. Parks

This answer provided to you is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this Medhelp.org posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.
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4518471 tn?1355798857
Its the bacterial one
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