Guest guest Posted October 7, 2002 Report Share Posted October 7, 2002 I posted my reply to Alice both privately (as she requested) and to the group since I imagine others are thinking about getting a flu shot this fall. What does everyone else do regarding flu shots? Yea or Nay? My husband is an airline pilot and I can count on him bringing home all sorts of colds and flu every winter. We both get flu shots every fall. Marilyn Dx in 1994, papillary w/follicular variant and lung metastases. Positive scans in 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998. 435mCi's RAI. Clean scans 1999, 2000, 2002...the last one using Thyrogen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2002 Report Share Posted October 7, 2002 I posted my reply to Alice both privately (as she requested) and to the group since I imagine others are thinking about getting a flu shot this fall. What does everyone else do regarding flu shots? Yea or Nay? My husband is an airline pilot and I can count on him bringing home all sorts of colds and flu every winter. We both get flu shots every fall. Marilyn Dx in 1994, papillary w/follicular variant and lung metastases. Positive scans in 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998. 435mCi's RAI. Clean scans 1999, 2000, 2002...the last one using Thyrogen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2002 Report Share Posted October 7, 2002 I posted my reply to Alice both privately (as she requested) and to the group since I imagine others are thinking about getting a flu shot this fall. What does everyone else do regarding flu shots? Yea or Nay? My husband is an airline pilot and I can count on him bringing home all sorts of colds and flu every winter. We both get flu shots every fall. Marilyn Dx in 1994, papillary w/follicular variant and lung metastases. Positive scans in 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998. 435mCi's RAI. Clean scans 1999, 2000, 2002...the last one using Thyrogen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2002 Report Share Posted October 7, 2002 aaltraveler wrote: > What does everyone else do regarding flu shots? Yea or Nay? My endo recommends them on the grounds that any illness that causes vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration can wreak havoc with retention/absorption of our meds. So I get one. ellen -- mailto:ellen@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 Bud, MS, like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis and some other diseases, are autoimmune diseases. That means that the person's antibodies attack their normal tissue, rather than attacking the bacteria, virus or infecting germs. Flu shots promote the production of antibodies so that if you get the flu, you have the soldiers (antibodies) to kill the germs that caused the flu. We don't know that PLS is an autoimmune condition, but I'm not taking any chances. I've refused any and all inoculations since the onset of my symptoms--even before I knew the name of my diagnosis. Others on the list do get flu shots, so you'll get different opinions. I guess the decision is yours. Dolores Flu shots > I was in a doctors office today and saw a paper that said anyone that has MS or any other neurological disorder should not take the flu shot. Do any of you knowledgeble people have information pertaining to this? Thanks. > Later, Bud > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 I am being seen by four neuros at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas MDA Clinic and last week at my appointment, they offered me and my wife free flu shots. Norton ville, Tx Flu shots I was in a doctors office today and saw a paper that said anyone that has MS or any other neurological disorder should not take the flu shot. Do any of you knowledgeble people have information pertaining to this? Thanks. Later, Bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 I haven't seen a reply to this. I had my flu shot on Friday,and except for redness and tenderness around the area of the shot, I feel fine. Of course, I still don't know if I have PLS, but I'm curious about the reasons for not taking the flu shot. edith > I was in a doctors office today and saw a paper that said anyone that has MS or any other neurological disorder should not take the flu shot. Do any of you knowledgeble people have information pertaining to this? Thanks. > Later, Bud > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 Bud, My doctor insists that I get the flu shot and it has never caused me any problems. Flu shots > I was in a doctors office today and saw a paper that said anyone that has MS or any other neurological disorder should not take the flu shot. Do any of you knowledgeble people have information pertaining to this? Thanks. > Later, Bud > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 I took the flu shot last year and didn't see a change in my progression. That don't mean much though, I am a fast progressor. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 I took the flu shot because my respiratory system is in sorry shape and I'm afraid that the flu would make my asthma flare as well as further compromise my breathing. I take the flu shot because it is such a big risk- anyone is reasonably likely to get it. My docs all encourage the shot including the doc who told me he would not give me allergy shots because of the effect on the immune system. I'm kind of bummed about that- my seasonal allergies kept me on steroids for 12 weeks this year. Lavon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 I have been getting flu shots for 20 years, and my neurologist has kept me up on the pneumonia shot also. Never had any doubt and never had the flu, not even a sniffle. Rita Luv & Hugs! ************************************* Some people succeed in spite of their handicap. Others succeed because of them. It's better to have Laugh Wrinkles than Worry Warts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2003 Report Share Posted October 20, 2003 --I have got the flu shot the past 2 years, and it never bothered me. I had the flu the year before and believe me I would much better have the shot, because I was so sick with the flu I thought I was never going to get well. Carolyn - In PLS-FRIENDS , ritadfromhollis@w... wrote: > I have been getting flu shots for 20 years, and my neurologist has kept > me up on the pneumonia shot also. Never had any doubt and never had the > flu, not even a sniffle. > > Rita > > Luv & Hugs! > > > > > ************************************* > Some people succeed in spite of their handicap. Others succeed because > of them. > > > It's better to have Laugh Wrinkles than Worry Warts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2003 Report Share Posted October 21, 2003 Bud, I do take the flu shot every year. It seems that since I was diagnosed with PLS, I catch more colds, strep, and will get the flu if I do not get the shot. My immunity is not what it used to be. I suffer no ill effects from the flu shot either. Laurel Flu shots I was in a doctors office today and saw a paper that said anyone that has MS or any other neurological disorder should not take the flu shot. Do any of you knowledgeble people have information pertaining to this? Thanks. Later, Bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2003 Report Share Posted October 21, 2003 Hi , Did you by any chance see Dr. Dewey at Univ of Texas. Just curious. Arlene in Texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2003 Report Share Posted October 21, 2003 > I was in a doctors office today and saw a paper that said anyone that has MS or any other neurological disorder should not take the flu shot. Do any of you knowledgeble people have information pertaining to this? Thanks. HI Bud, According to the medical advisors of the Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, Inc., having an upper motor neuron disorder (like PLS) should not stop you from having the flu shot. Personally, I have the other upper motor neuron disorder (HSP) and never had any complications other than a tendor spot after the shot. Good luck, Kathi Geisler Spastic Paraplegia Foundation, Inc. Dedicated to upper motor neuron disorders www.sp-foundation.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2003 Report Share Posted October 21, 2003 Hi Lavon I think they all know our immune systems are compromised because i have gotten sinus infections and my GP wont give me Antibiotics .I have to go to my dentist and he says thats bunk. but my immune system is compromised as i have Psoriasis .My dentist knows me well and knows that over the counter stuff does'nt get it with me Amoksicylin is the only one that helps .My Question to them is why do they make it then .There are several different strains of Flu Virus and they just geuss at which one may occur from Data they receive from the National Intitute of Health each year ,But i still think its a good idea GEO Re: Re: Flu shots I took the flu shot because my respiratory system is in sorry shape and I'm afraid that the flu would make my asthma flare as well as further compromise my breathing. I take the flu shot because it is such a big risk- anyone is reasonably likely to get it. My docs all encourage the shot including the doc who told me he would not give me allergy shots because of the effect on the immune system. I'm kind of bummed about that- my seasonal allergies kept me on steroids for 12 weeks this year. Lavon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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