Re: Flu Shot



If you are asking if it's safe, generally speaking, for someone who has
afib to get a flu shot, the answer is yes.

L.

"Nel" <yanelgal@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in
news:V_R8f.3936$8W.1968@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx:

> Hi,
> I have Atrial Fib. and take one BP pill that I thought was the cause
> of my
> fatigue and breathing problem, but I'm beginning to think maybe
> something is going on in my chest, maybe pneumonia or etc.
> I don't have a cough or anything like that, just tired, and breathless
> in the early hours mostly in the mornings. I was wondering if it was
> safe to get a flu shot. Or should I wait even longer and see my MD
> first. I have an appt. on Monday.
>
> I know it's important for anyone with my condition to get the flu
> shot. The
> problem is I go to a cardiologist but I would get the Flu shut in a
> different area in the building (the coumadin clinic they call it
> where I get my blood check)and I would never be able to see the Dr.
> now before my appt for the shot.
> Thanks so much for any input....Nel
>
>
.



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