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What Have Been Your Experiences With Getting Immunizations After A Stem Cell Transplant?

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Tucson, AZ
September 20
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My husband had a schedule with dates to get revaccinated. He had no problems with any of them.

September 20
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After a stem cell transplant, getting immunizations is crucial for people with multiple myeloma due to their increased risk of infections. Here are some key points:

- Flu Vaccination: The CDC recommends annual flu vaccines starting one year after the transplant. Only the injected version, which contains inactivated flu Show Full Answer

After a stem cell transplant, getting immunizations is crucial for people with multiple myeloma due to their increased risk of infections. Here are some key points:

- Flu Vaccination: The CDC recommends annual flu vaccines starting one year after the transplant. Only the injected version, which contains inactivated flu virus, should be used.
- Side Effects: Common side effects of the flu shot include itching or swelling at the injection site, mild flu-like symptoms such as headache, muscle pain, fever, and skin rash.

For more details, you can visit resources like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or the American Cancer Society.

September 20

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