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Re: flu shots in pregnancy

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 26 Nov 1997 18:56:06 -0600 (CST)

At Wed, 26 Nov 1997, Laura wrote: >
>All the info I find says yes they are rec'd but no one says if there are
>any possible side effects on the fetus. What if the fetus is allergic
>to eggs? I am 17 weeks pregnant and trying to weigh the possible harm of
>the shot to possible harm of bronchitis that I get every winter.
>Thank you Laura NAnce

Laura,

Get the flu shot unless YOU are allergic to the chemical makeup. A fetus has no allergic ability yet. The fetus will be fine but if you get sick, it might not.

It IS recommended for prenant patients preferably past the first trimester. 

--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
OBGYN.net U.S. Representative, New York
Great Neck, New York
http://www.obgyn.net/states/bios/marchbein.htm
http://www.obgyn.net/women/advisors/harveym.htm


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