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How Do You Get Vaccines After A SCT. No One Seems To Know. My Primary Dr. Said No. Florida Cancer Specialist Doesn't Know.

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Homosassa, FL
August 17
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After a stem cell transplant (SCT), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual flu vaccines beginning one year after the transplant was completed. Here are some key points to consider:

- Timing: Annual flu vaccines should start one year post-transplant
- Type of Vaccine: Only the injected Show Full Answer

After a stem cell transplant (SCT), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends annual flu vaccines beginning one year after the transplant was completed. Here are some key points to consider:

- Timing: Annual flu vaccines should start one year post-transplant.
- Type of Vaccine: Only the injected version of the flu shot should be used, as it contains inactivated flu virus. The nasal spray version, which contains a live virus, should be avoided.
- Consultation: Always consult with your oncologist or transplant specialist to ensure the timing and type of vaccine are appropriate for your specific situation.

For more detailed guidance, you may want to refer to resources like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or the American Cancer Society.

August 17
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Hello, I had my SCT at UCSF on 03/16/2023. There they programated my vaccines schedule. Had all my baby vaccines boosted (5 of them) plus the one for shingles. First round after 6 months of the transplant, and second round after a year. I still need to get my pneumonia shot in October. Also had the covid vaccine.
It might be a different depending where your SCT took place?...probably. But I had no problem figuring it out as I mentioned before, they have thier protocol regarding time and kind of vaccines you would get.

August 17
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

When I had problem my stem cell doc set it up

August 20
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My onocolgist at the VA here in KC in conjunction with the Oncologist at KU where I had my SCT and I basically received 4 shots in one day at my six months Mark after SCT.

August 17
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Most of mine were administered by my pharmacist. The Meningococcal and Polio were given by my GP.

August 17

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