I hae never had a flu shot as i am very allergic to eggs and dairy products. Am almost 70 years of age and have asthma.
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Q: I am very allergic to eggs so my Doctor says I cannot get the flu shot. Is this true?
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12/17/09 3:59pm
Hi,
Take a look at this post on the Cold & Flu site about swine flu vaccines and egg allergy. Dr. Thompson says an egg-allergic person can get a flu shot if specific guidelines are followed under the guidance of an allergy specialist.
Hope this helps!
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