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Can i get the flu and pneumonia vaccine while being treated for graves disease and hyperthyroidism? it's still not under control.
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Yes: It is important to protect you against these diseases particularly since you have an underlying medical condition which could be made worse if you became ill. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 11/19/2014
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