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Can you take a tetanus shot while sick?
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Usually: Minor illness will not interfere with the success of a vaccine at turning on antibody production.If your illness leaves you on bed rest in a borderline level of stability, i would put it off until you felt better.
Answered 4/18/2019
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Yes: Only not recommended if severe illness, such as those requiring hospitalization.
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