flu shots, again

Probiotic

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Posted 10/17/2007 3:35 PM (GMT -7)

I just stumbled on this PubMed case of a UC patient flaring after a flu shot. Not to cause alarm but, between Imuran and UC, I am never too sure about flu shots (besides which, alot of the data on their effectiveness in preventing the flu is ambiguous- some studies claim big benefits, others none at all).

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?Db=pubmed&Cmd=ShowDetailView&TermToSearch=17525521&ordinalpos=3&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

Pancolitis dx'd 1986, full med-free remission 88-97

Flaring or simmering ever since

10 20 mg pred, 100 mg Imuran

Probiotics (mainly Primal Defense)

Turmeric/circumin, various vitamins/minerals,

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dakotagirl

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Posted 10/17/2007 4:23 PM (GMT -7)

I'm a bit skeptical about the shots too - however, both my GI and GP recommended I get one. Especially while on the Imuran. I guess I'm trying to err on the side of caution. However, getting stuck with that needle is TOTALLY a personal choice!

Pan-colitis and GERD diagnosed May 2003

Asacol 12 per day, Azathioprine 75mg, Rowasa and Canasa as needed

Aciphex, Effexor XR, BCP, Rhinocort nasal spray

Forvia and a Probiotic

Osteopenia (hip and spine) from prednisone use. Started Azathioprine because I was steroid dependent.

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Sara14

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Posted 10/17/2007 5:32 PM (GMT -7)

hmmm...I was planning on getting mine tommorrow. Now I don't know if I want to. But it's reporting it happened to only one person, so it's not all that alarming I guess.

23 years old
Diagnosed with UC March 2007
Current inflamation in the rectum
Asacol 4 tablets 3x/day

Rowasa (generic) - nightly

Nature's Way Primadophilus Reuteri 1/day; Chewable multivitamin; experimenting w/fiber supplements (Metamucil and Fiber Choice); Viactiv (Calcium and Vit. D) for Osteopenia; ground flaxseed

Sara14

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Posted 10/18/2007 7:18 PM (GMT -7)

I got my flu shot about 4 hours ago and no ill effects so far. My arm's a tiny bit sore, but that's it. The woman who gave me the shot said I had "tough skin." Not really sure what she meant by that...

23 years old
Diagnosed with UC March 2007
Current inflamation in the rectum
Asacol 4 tablets 3x/day

Rowasa (generic) - nightly

Nature's Way Primadophilus Reuteri 1/day; Chewable multivitamin; experimenting w/fiber supplements (Metamucil and Fiber Choice); Viactiv (Calcium and Vit. D) for Osteopenia; ground flaxseed

UCreallySUCKS

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Joined : May 2006

Posts : 260

Posted 10/19/2007 5:46 AM (GMT -7)

I was supposed to get my shot yesterday, but had to cancel the appt. because my oldest daughter is sick...we think from the flu (taking her to the hospital soon since other doctors don't seem to be too worried). i'm amazed at how I haven't caught it from her yet. my wife had a minor fever last night (100.5), I have yet to get more than a sore throat, which only lasted a few hours.

---Nathan--- 31 yr old male

Diagnosed May 2006 w/severe UC

Currently in mild/moderate flare

2 400mg Asacol 4X day

20 mg Prednisone

1 multivitamin/day

2 grams calcium/day

75mg Imuran/day

100mg Tramadol/day for abdominal pain (as needed)

1 Fioricet ever 4 hrs as needed for severe migraines

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