Is it safe to get a flu shot while I am sick?
I have a pretty bad cold and am scheduled for a flu shot today, will the shot affect me differently since my immune system is already dealing with a cold?
Posted by harshad p
No it wont consultant a doctor and ask him if you can consume a medicine cold avil it cures cold very well but donot take with asking a doctor its most important to consult a doctor before takeing it
Posted by nochocolate
I found a great answer on a previous YA question. Here is the link, you're going to love it!
http://ca.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20071024133455AARiNq8
The short answer is: you shouldn't get you flu vaccination while you are sick. It might not work to protect you. Wait until you are well.
Posted by CAT
It won't have any effect because you already have the flu. You have to do that before you get sick. Just try eating hot meals and lots of water.
Posted by health_avenger
Hi
The CDC posts this list on their website:
Who Should Not Be Vaccinated
There are some people who should not be vaccinated without first consulting a physician. These include:
People who have a severe allergy to chicken eggs.
People who have had a severe reaction to an influenza vaccination.
People who developed Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) within 6 weeks of getting an influenza vaccine.
Children less than 6 months of age (influenza vaccine is not approved for this age group), and
People who have a moderate-to-severe illness with a fever (they should wait until they recover to get vaccinated.)
I hope this helps!
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