Flu Shot?

[My350z06 48]

My job is giving out free flu shots on Monday but I not sure if I should get one. Monday will be exactly one week before my surgery and I am not sure if I can. Anyone have an answer?

[Nate 292]

My answer is:

Call your Surgeon.

There really shouldn't be an issue. But it would be safer for you to ask first.

[O.T.R. sleever 3,386]

How do you normaly react to flu shots?

I've only had2 in my life & I got sick both times.

[COsleeveDude 273]

I had one a couple of days ago. I get one every year, so my answer is yes. They will give you a fact sheet before you get the shot. Read it.

The vaccine is dead virus, so you won't get the flu. Some people may get a little sore/tired for a couple of days after, but no worse than a mild cold or a strenuous workout.

[Lisa's Hope 421]

The flu shot does not have live virus' in them at all! You should not get sick. I would suggest you ask the surgeon but I don't see a problem with it either.

[SarahG0417 13]

yeah check with your surgeon and make sure you ask them specifically about which you are getting because flu mist is a live virus.

[COsleeveDude 273]

yeah check with your surgeon and make sure you ask them specifically about which you are getting because flu mist is a live virus.

That's a good point.

[SusieK710 130]

Yes, call the surgeon but the rest of us should get it prior to surgery. Can you imagine coughing alot after surgery?

[JANNCS 3]

I had the same question so I called my Doc today. The nurse checked and said that it was okay. I'm getting mine Monday and my surgery is the following Tuesday.

[My350z06 48]

Thanks for all your help. I'll call the office on Monday just to be on the safe side.