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Why can't a patient receive a flu shot if they have an elevated heart rate due to an anxiety disorder? (ptsd)

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They can...: Usually the only issues that would preclude you from getting a flu shot is current infection, fever, or allergy to eggs/other parts of the immunization. Anxiety disorder does not prevent you from getting the flu vaccine.

Dr Weixel and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 10/31/2014

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