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Can the flu shot in a hashi's patient trigger an underlying autoimmune disease? fam hx of ra, ms, and sle. do not want to trigger these in self.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Flu shot.: Not likely but it will protect you from dying of the flu. But the choice is always yours. Discuss with your team.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Can the flu shot in a hashi's patient trigger an underlying autoimmune disease? fam hx of ra, ms, and sle. do not want to trigger these in self.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

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