Oculo-respiratory syndrome (ORS) is a usually transient condition characterized by bilateral conjunctivitis, facial edema, and upper respiratory symptoms following influenza immunization. Symptoms typically appear 2 to 24 hours after vaccination and resolve within 48 hours of onset.

References

  • Skowronski, Danuta M.; Strauss, Barbara; De Serres, Gaston; MacDonald, Diane; Marion, Stephen A.; Naus, Monika; Patrick, David M.; Kendall, Perry (2003). "Oculo‐respiratory Syndrome: A New Influenza Vaccine–Associated Adverse Event?". Clinical Infectious Diseases. 36 (6): 705–13. doi:10.1086/367667. PMID 12627354.

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