Guest guest Posted February 5, 2002 Report Share Posted February 5, 2002 I get one every year. I also get the pneumonia shots. Not ever year but as directed. I don't get sick for shot at all have had not problems with them. This year my rheumy said that he doesn't recommend them except to those who have gotten them before. He says that sometimes people who have suppressed immune systems have problems with them. I guess it is all up to you!LOL Sorry! I get mine so with that said I will shut up! ) Lots of Love Glenda Hi!Simple ( I think ) question for all of you. Do you get the flu shot, and do you find it helpful, or do you get too sick from it? I've never had one, but Dr Buckner encouraged me to get one at my first appt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 5, 2002 Report Share Posted February 5, 2002 , I was advised to get both the flu and pneumonia vaccines. My husband did the same. There were no side effects other than a little tenderness in the arm. It's good insurance. flu shot > Hi! > Simple ( I think ) question for all of you. Do you get the flu shot, > and do you find it helpful, or do you get too sick from it? I've > never had one, but Dr Buckner encouraged me to get one at my first > appt. > > > > > DISCLAIMER!! > WE ARE NOT MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, THEREFORE ANY INFORMATION THAT IS RECEIVED HERE IS FROM EXPERIENCE ONLY. PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE TRYING ANYTHING THAT IS SUGGESTED. WE ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR PHYSICIAN AND ARE NOT TRYING TO BE. REMEMBER EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT AND TREATMENT MAYBE DIFFERENT FOR MANY OF US. THANK YOU > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2002 Report Share Posted February 6, 2002 In a message dated 2/5/02 9:56:02 PM Pacific Standard Time, mmjw3@... writes: << Do you get the flu shot, and do you find it helpful, or do you get too sick from it? >> , I had a flu shot back in the 70's and got really sick from it and swore I would never have one again. HA!! After being dx with RP, ALL of my doctors said I should have one. So......for the last 2 years I have gotten the flu shot. I also got the pneumonia shot 2 yrs ago. I didn't get sick and had no effects from either one. hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2002 Report Share Posted February 6, 2002 In a message dated 2/6/02 9:33:49 PM Pacific Standard Time, mmjw3@... writes: << I don't know why I'm so paranoid about it, I should just go do it! >> , don't feel bad, I was really paranoid too. LOL You will maybe work up the courage for next year. LOl hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2002 Report Share Posted February 6, 2002 , I also get the flu shot and have no bad effects. This year they added the pneumonia shot. A little sore arm is all I got. Ann Re: flu shot Thanks for letting me know. I don't know why I'm so paranoid about it, I should just go do it! Take care, ! DISCLAIMER!! WE ARE NOT MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, THEREFORE ANY INFORMATION THAT IS RECEIVED HERE IS FROM EXPERIENCE ONLY. PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE TRYING ANYTHING THAT IS SUGGESTED. WE ARE NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR YOUR PHYSICIAN AND ARE NOT TRYING TO BE. REMEMBER EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT AND TREATMENT MAYBE DIFFERENT FOR MANY OF US. THANK YOU Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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