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If i have rh negative blood type and am trying to get pregnant should i get the (rhig) shot before trying to get pregnant or after i find out?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Neither: If you've been offered this, get a second opinion. You'll take this after you deliver an Rh-positive baby, or if the child dies before birth.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/2/2015

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A member asked:

If i have rh negative blood type and am trying to get pregnant should i get the (rhig) shot before trying to get pregnant or after i find out?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Altman agreed

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