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In one w/lupus, can inactivated influenza vaccine trigger a flare ?had shot yesterday.today feel start of flare: dizzy, very fatigued, butterfly rash

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

No: No it cannot but a small percentage of people will get a mild flu-like illness after a flu shot.

Dr Machanic and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 10/14/2022

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A member asked:

In one w/lupus, can inactivated influenza vaccine trigger a flare ?had shot yesterday.today feel start of flare: dizzy, very fatigued, butterfly rash

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Machanic and 6 doctors agreed

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