Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

August 20, 2011

I have asthma, and I get the flu, and the pneumonia shot, the worst I had as far as side effects, was maybe one day of feeling a little off, or just went home and took a nap, and then nothing else. Don't know what to tell you about the needle thing. I have had so many shots, and blood drawn in my life, never used to bother me either, I notice the older I get, now I find it distasteful, don't know why. But, I just turn my head and think good thoughts, and you know what, it is usually over, and I most of the time, still waiting for them to do it and it is already done, also, anymore I don't seem even feel it. LoL. willothewispl@....From: Becky S To: asthma Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 1:48 AMSubject: Flu Shots & my Intro

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 20, 2011

The one year I had hte flu vaccination, it made my asthma far worse. It could be coincidental that it was only about 6-8 weeks after I'd moved to this area, which I've since found out is on the edge of one of the worst parts of the UK for asthma and allergies, but I've still refused to hve a flu vaccine since, and have been okay. JennTha can tek t'lass outta Yorkshire...! Don't brand me, don't classify me, don't tell me what to wear. I'll be who I want to be, and I'm proud to be me.Subject: Re: Flu Shots & my IntroTo: "asthma " <asthma >Date: Saturday, 20 August, 2011, 18:01

I have asthma, and I get the flu, and the pneumonia shot, the worst I had as far as side effects, was maybe one day of feeling a little off, or just went home and took a nap, and then nothing else. Don't know what to tell you about the needle thing. I have had so many shots, and blood drawn in my life, never used to bother me either, I notice the older I get, now I find it distasteful, don't know why. But, I just turn my head and think good thoughts, and you know what, it is usually over, and I most of the time, still waiting for them to do it and it is already done, also, anymore I don't seem even feel it. LoL. willothewispl@....From: Becky S To: asthma Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 1:48 AMSubject: Flu Shots & my Intro

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 20, 2011

Could be, your body was still getting used to the new enviornment, and maybe with the added shot it was just too much at that particular time. But, maybe just the flu shot also, that is something to really think about.To: asthma Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 12:14 PMSubject: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

The one year I had hte flu vaccination, it made my asthma far worse. It could be coincidental that it was only about 6-8 weeks after I'd moved to this area, which I've since found out is on the edge of one of the worst parts of the UK for asthma and allergies, but I've still refused to hve a flu vaccine since, and have been okay. JennTha can tek t'lass outta Yorkshire...! Don't brand me, don't classify me, don't tell me what to wear. I'll be who I want to be, and I'm proud to be me.Subject: Re: Flu Shots & my IntroTo: "asthma " <asthma >Date: Saturday, 20 August, 2011, 18:01

I have asthma, and I get the flu, and the pneumonia shot, the worst I had as far as side effects, was maybe one day of feeling a little off, or just went home and took a nap, and then nothing else. Don't know what to tell you about the needle thing. I have had so many shots, and blood drawn in my life, never used to bother me either, I notice the older I get, now I find it distasteful, don't know why. But, I just turn my head and think good thoughts, and you know what, it is usually over, and I most of the time, still waiting for them to do it and it is already done, also, anymore I don't seem even feel it. LoL. willothewispl@....From: Becky S To: asthma Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 1:48 AMSubject: Flu Shots & my Intro

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 20, 2011

Hey Becky, I've felt absolutely fine this time. No reactions, no problems. Last year, I felt rough for about 3 or 4 days. I have had shots, blood draws, and I'm on insulin for diabetes, so needles don't bother me. If the nasal spray stuff works for you, go for it.To: "asthma " <asthma >Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011

12:01 PMSubject: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

I have asthma, and I get the flu, and the pneumonia shot, the worst I had as far as side effects, was maybe one day of feeling a little off, or just went home and took a nap, and then nothing else. Don't know what to tell you about the needle thing. I have had so many shots, and blood drawn in my life, never used to bother me either, I notice the older I get, now I find it distasteful, don't know why. But, I just turn my head and think good thoughts, and you know what, it is usually over, and I most of the time, still waiting for them to do it and it is already done, also, anymore I don't seem even feel it. LoL. willothewispl@....From: Becky S To: asthma Sent: Saturday, August 20, 2011 1:48 AMSubject: Flu Shots & my Intro

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 20, 2011

They recommend that those of us with these kinds of illnesses get a shot. I had a bad reaction to the last shot given to me by my regular doctor. My allergist said there is a way to test ahead of time to see if you would have an adverse effect. If you don't, even I would recommend getting the shot.

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

-- Take care,

August 21, 2011

Thanks for all the info. I think I am going to hold out a little longer on the flu shot. Right now I can get the shot through work for free since it helps their numbers, but not the nasal spray. I just applied for a new job that would actually have medical benefits and then I could just get it through my doc. The one time I did the nasal spray, I did feel sick for a few days after, and I still got sick through out the year.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

They recommend that those of us with these kinds of illnesses get a shot. I had a bad reaction to the last shot given to me by my regular doctor. My allergist said there is a way to test ahead of time to see if you would have an adverse effect. If you don't, even I would recommend getting the shot.

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

-- Take care,

August 21, 2011

Even though I had the shot, I still did gt the flu, but, it was nothing like it would have been without the shot. I also had that really bad flu, tha was going around, and that was miserable, really miserable, but, of course they didn't have a shot for that then, I don't think. So you still maybe will get it, but, it does make a difference, at least it did for me.To: asthma Sent: Sunday,

August 21, 2011 2:55 AMSubject: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

Thanks for all the info. I think I am going to hold out a little longer on the flu shot. Right now I can get the shot through work for free since it helps their numbers, but not the nasal spray. I just applied for a new job that would actually have medical benefits and then I could just get it through my doc. The one time I did the nasal spray, I did feel sick for a few days after, and I still got sick through out the year.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

They recommend that those of us with these kinds of illnesses get a shot. I had a bad reaction to the last shot given to me by my regular doctor. My allergist said there is a way to test ahead of time to see if you would have an adverse effect. If you don't, even I would recommend getting the shot.

Hi, I'm Becky, about 3 weeks ago, I had an Asthma attack and have been having a hard time breathing since. My doctor put me through xrays and blood work, which didn't show much of anything. She put me on Advair & Ventolin and those have helped a great deal.

My question is, is getting a flu shot generally a good thing when you have asthma? I'm debating if I should get one this year. I'm generally fairly healthy, but have an extreme fear of needles. I've only gotten 1 flu shot in the last 20 years (I got the nasal spray one)

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

-- Take care,

August 21, 2011

With asthma, you really should get the flu shot. People with asthma are more susceptible to the flu or other respiratory illnesses. If you decide to get the flu shot, it is not recommended that you get the nasal vaccine because that is made with a live virus vs an inactivated virus in the shots. Your family members that live with you should also avoid the nasal form because the virus can be "shed" if they sneeze or what not and you may find yourself with the flu.

A large number of people who fell victim to the H1N1 flu were people with pre-existing respiratory conditions...so if you can, its advisable to get the shots.

Ann

August 22, 2011

If you are allergic to eggs, you should not get the flu shot.

Barb

On Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:57:18 -0400 (EDT), ANN wrote

>

> > With asthma, you really should get the flu shot. People with asthma are more susceptible to the flu or other respiratory illnesses. If you decide to get the flu shot, it is not recommended that you get the nasal vaccine because that is made with a live virus vs an inactivated virus in the shots. Your family members that live with you should also avoid the nasal form because the virus can be " shed " if they sneeze or what not and you may find yourself with the flu. > A large number of people who fell victim to the H1N1 flu were people with pre-existing respiratory conditions...so if you can, its advisable to get the shots. > Ann

> >

August 23, 2011

Very true Barb. Don't get the shot if you have egg allergies.To: asthma Sent: Monday, August 22, 2011 11:45 PMSubject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

If you are allergic to eggs, you should not get the flu shot.

Barb

On Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:57:18 -0400 (EDT), ANN wrote

> > > With asthma, you really should get the flu shot. People with asthma are more susceptible to the flu or other respiratory illnesses. If you decide to get the flu shot, it is not recommended that you get the nasal vaccine because that is made with a live virus vs an inactivated virus in the shots. Your family members that live with you should also avoid the nasal form because the virus can be "shed" if they sneeze or what not and you may find yourself with the flu. > A large number of people who fell victim to the H1N1 flu were people with pre-existing respiratory conditions...so if you can, its advisable to get the shots. > Ann

> >

August 29, 2011

Thanks for the advice everyone. I did end up sucking it up and getting the shot. (my parents are still in shock that I went to get a shot on my own without being dragged kicking and screaming.) I'm not to worried about the swine flu, think I actually caught a very mild case a few years ago, I'd been at a conference and a group of us managed to get it. Kind of worked out well, we could all be miserable together.

I work at a drug store with no health insurance (not enough hours), so I am exposed to a lot of things, but can't afford to go to the doc a lot, in the end the thought of a bunch of sick people coming in to find something for their colds/flu made me opt to get it. Though that is the one perk to working at a drug store, Free Flu Shots.

I've still been having a lot of breathing problems. But at least I can get out of bed and get things done now. Though my coworkers are still checking on me a lot, making sure I am taking my inhaler and that I am not turning blue.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 30, 2011

So glad you faced your fear. And your supportive co-workers are priceless. I have to say how my support system has gotten me through the some of the darkest times. Having that at work is wonderful.

Thanks for the advice everyone. I did end up sucking it up and getting the shot. (my parents are still in shock that I went to get a shot on my own without being dragged kicking and screaming.) I'm not to worried about the swine flu, think I actually caught a very mild case a few years ago, I'd been at a conference and a group of us managed to get it. Kind of worked out well, we could all be miserable together.

I work at a drug store with no health insurance (not enough hours), so I am exposed to a lot of things, but can't afford to go to the doc a lot, in the end the thought of a bunch of sick people coming in to find something for their colds/flu made me opt to get it. Though that is the one perk to working at a drug store, Free Flu Shots.

I've still been having a lot of breathing problems. But at least I can get out of bed and get things done now. Though my coworkers are still checking on me a lot, making sure I am taking my inhaler and that I am not turning blue.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

-- Take care,

August 30, 2011

I started getting the flu shot after I caught the flu and it caused my lungs to have an asthmatic response, which would not stop. Most unpleasant!But just because you go on your own, does not mean you can't kick and scream while you drag yourself in. SheriTo: asthma Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 2:55 PMSubject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

Thanks for the advice everyone. I did end up sucking it up and getting the shot. (my parents are still in shock that I went to get a shot on my own without being dragged kicking and screaming.) I'm not to worried about the swine flu, think I actually caught a very mild case a few years ago, I'd been at a conference and a group of us managed to get it. Kind of worked out well, we could all be miserable together.

I work at a drug store with no health insurance (not enough hours), so I am exposed to a lot of things, but can't afford to go to the doc a lot, in the end the thought of a bunch of sick people coming in to find something for their colds/flu made me opt to get it. Though that is the one perk to working at a drug store, Free Flu Shots.

I've still been having a lot of breathing problems. But at least I can get out of bed and get things done now. Though my coworkers are still checking on me a lot, making sure I am taking my inhaler and that I am not turning blue.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 31, 2011

Whatever gets you in the door! LOL>To: "asthma " <asthma >Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 5:30 PMSubject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

I started getting the flu shot after I caught the flu and it caused my lungs to have an asthmatic response, which would not stop. Most unpleasant!But just because you go on your own, does not mean you can't kick and scream while you drag yourself in. SheriTo: asthma Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 2:55 PMSubject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

Thanks for the advice everyone. I did end up sucking it up and getting the shot. (my parents are still in shock that I went to get a shot on my own without being dragged kicking and screaming.) I'm not to worried about the swine flu, think I actually caught a very mild case a few years ago, I'd been at a conference and a group of us managed to get it. Kind of worked out well, we could all be miserable together.

I work at a drug store with no health insurance (not enough hours), so I am exposed to a lot of things, but can't afford to go to the doc a lot, in the end the thought of a bunch of sick people coming in to find something for their colds/flu made me opt to get it. Though that is the one perk to working at a drug store, Free Flu Shots.

I've still been having a lot of breathing problems. But at least I can get out of bed and get things done now. Though my coworkers are still checking on me a lot, making sure I am taking my inhaler and that I am not turning blue.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 31, 2011

Good for you Becky. It is always hard to face our fears. Just know you have done something that can only help you. If you need help with the peak flow let us know. The important thing is to establish your best. That way you can measure exactly how you are doing. No questions. That helped me tremendously in the beginning. Breathe easy!MadelineTo: asthma Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 2:55 PMSubject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro

Thanks for the advice everyone. I did end up sucking it up and getting the shot. (my parents are still in shock that I went to get a shot on my own without being dragged kicking and screaming.) I'm not to worried about the swine flu, think I actually caught a very mild case a few years ago, I'd been at a conference and a group of us managed to get it. Kind of worked out well, we could all be miserable together.

I work at a drug store with no health insurance (not enough hours), so I am exposed to a lot of things, but can't afford to go to the doc a lot, in the end the thought of a bunch of sick people coming in to find something for their colds/flu made me opt to get it. Though that is the one perk to working at a drug store, Free Flu Shots.

I've still been having a lot of breathing problems. But at least I can get out of bed and get things done now. Though my coworkers are still checking on me a lot, making sure I am taking my inhaler and that I am not turning blue.

Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D.

August 31, 2011

Ok. Will do. Can your personal best change over time? Still having a bit of a hard time most days.

Hahaha yeah, they would have gotten me one way or another. We have a quota to meet as far as the flu shots go, so they are always bugging staff. Had a xanax before hand too, that helped a lot too..

> Good for you Becky. It is always hard to face our fears. Just know you have done something that can only help you. If you need help with the peak flow let us know. The important thing is to establish your best. That way you can measure exactly how you are doing. No questions. That helped me tremendously in the beginning. Breathe easy!

> > Madeline> > > ________________________________> > To: asthma

> Sent: Monday, August 29, 2011 2:55 PM> Subject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro> > > > Thanks for the advice everyone. I did end up sucking it up and getting the shot. (my parents are still in shock that I went to get a shot on my own without being dragged kicking and screaming.) I'm not to worried about the swine flu, think I actually caught a very mild case a few years ago, I'd been at a conference and a group of us managed to get it. Kind of worked out well, we could all be miserable together.

> > I work at a drug store with no health insurance (not enough hours), so I am exposed to a lot of things, but can't afford to go to the doc a lot, in the end the thought of a bunch of sick people coming in to find something for their colds/flu made me opt to get it. Though that is the one perk to working at a drug store, Free Flu Shots.

> > I've still been having a lot of breathing problems. But at least I can get out of bed and get things done now. Though my coworkers are still checking on me a lot, making sure I am taking my inhaler and that I am not turning blue.

> > Peace, Becky (Chicago, IL)> > > In the beginning, the universe was created. This has made a lot of people very mad and has been widely regarded as a bad move. -D. > >

>

August 31, 2011

Just a reminder...If you have had a previous noticeable reaction to a H1N1

vaccine, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in the US advises that you not

have another vaccination. When I had it back during Swine Flu epidemic in

Michigan 40 years ago, I almost had to be hospitalized from the vaccination.

Turned out I had underlying autoimmune issues that had yet to be diagnosed and

my current rheumy felt that's why I had such a hard time. Some folks with

autoimmune disease can tolerate the vaccine, but making that decision should be

discussed with the physician who knows your medical history best.

August 31, 2011

Thanks for the reminder.

Just a reminder...If you have had a previous noticeable reaction to a H1N1 vaccine, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) in the US advises that you not have another vaccination. When I had it back during Swine Flu epidemic in Michigan 40 years ago, I almost had to be hospitalized from the vaccination. Turned out I had underlying autoimmune issues that had yet to be diagnosed and my current rheumy felt that's why I had such a hard time. Some folks with autoimmune disease can tolerate the vaccine, but making that decision should be discussed with the physician who knows your medical history best.

-- Take care,

August 31, 2011

Hi Becky. Your personal best will change over time. You can increase it through control of your asthma, through cardiovascular excercise, through control of your allergies, and through breathing exercises and routines such as yoga. So many factors go into what your personal best is. Don't over analyze it. For some people their personal best is in the 300's and some is in the 500's. It is what it is.MadelineFrom: Becky S

To: asthma Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 12:38 PMSubject: Re: Re: Flu Shots & my Intro