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Should i wait or have the flu shot while getting over a chest cold w/ enlarged nodes in my neck? my toddler's better as well but has phlegm

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Get the flu shot: even with enlarged nodes. It will do you no harm.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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