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Mother 86, bed ridden due to knee joints gone. prone to flu therefore got flu shot 10 months back. currently having cough may she again get shot again?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Influenza: The influenza vaccine is typically given once a year. While it does not necessarily protect all individuals all of the time, a cough in a person who has already received should be re-evaluated. There are many reasons for cough, some are serious and require further evaluation especially in older individuals.

Answered 9/28/2016

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