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While getting chemo, is it safe to get a flu shot?
I am starting chemotherapy next week. Is it okay for me to get a flu shot?
6 Answers
it depends on what type of chemotherapy you are getting, best to ask your doctornurse in the clinic you are being treated in.
Usually, flu shots could be given during chemotherapy, timing is determined by the treating physician.
Yes, as long as it is a shot which is a dead virus. No live virus vaccines.
Yes
Yes. A little soreness in the arm and a low grade fever may happen on occasion, but since the flu shot does not use a live virus it is mostly safe. Discuss with your oncologist.
Very good questions. Yes and also your family members also need that to prevent them to get sick as well which has direct role on your disease prevention.
American cancer society recommendation:
Yes, people getting cancer treatment (for instance, radiation or chemotherapy) should get a flu shot.