A member asked:

I am having a total hip replacement in a couple of weeks and i have diabetes 2. should i get the flu shot before.my surgery?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes,ASAP : It takes about 10 days to build immunity.Influenza is widespread this year.

Answered 4/6/2020

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