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Flu shots for immune suppressed

2020-11-16 11:49:32
My father is a sarcoidosis patient and is on immune suppression from almost 9 months. Can he get flu shot this season as a preventive measure ?
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Yes he can go for a flu shot . Make sure he has no active symptoms like fever cold or cough before the shot. U can go for quadriflu or vaxigrip

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Hi. I understand your concern s. Consult a pulmonologist online for a detailed analysis and treatment prescription

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Yes go for Quadrant

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Needed detailed history regarding treatment modalities do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

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