Hi there. Interesting- my family doctor told me to get a flu shot, but my Heptologist told me I did not need to get one? so I didn't and didn't get the flu or a cold at all!

I have to get mine yet.
As for not getting the shot and not getting sick, I look on the flu shot as a type of insurance.
Think about fire insurance for your home - I betcha you would be happy you have insurance if you have a fire.

I'm on tx, so I don't think it's a good idea, but I will ask my doc.....I sure don't need the flu on top of tx sides....yikes!

I had my flu shot last week at the request of my Dr. My treatments were sposed to start tomorrow but got put off till next friday.

I did treatment without a flu shot and I too do not have a spleen (lost it to Leukemia). I did just fine. I didn't go out much in public while doing tx anyway so I think that kept the germs away.

Mouse
Genotype 1a, Stage 3 Grade 3
finisheds tx 5/2007
relapsed 9/2007

Thanks ya'll

My husband works in construction supervising his men. I have kids in school and go to the nursing home every Thursday. Other than last year I haven't had the flu in eons......I think we need to sleep on it. Another week...of crazy cleaning, cooking, and shopping,...maybe I should pop an extra vitamin C and call it good.

I hope that I don't come across as a bummer. We are all different and my story is not for everyone.
I've had the flu shot 3 times in my life, all as an adult. The first time was around 15 years ago. I worked in a Health clinic and was flu free. I was extremely impressed.
The second time was, maybe, eight years ago. I got a horrible flu within the week, and it lasted for a week. When my doctor asked me last January if I had the flu shot yet, I said "No, and I don't want it."
She told me that yes, I did. I complied. I got an extreme case of the flu within a week, and then another one a few weeks after that.
In all of these years, I have otherwise been flu-free, I kid you not. I see no reason for me to have another flu shot again, whether the doctor feels I need one or not.
But you are you. Follow your gut feeling (no pun intended - seriously), Suzy. Prayer, and listening to what He has to say, works!

My thought has always been that the flu shot can only cover specific strains ...not every flu bug that comes calling. I've always been one that prefered a natural cure first and intervention IF it didn't clear....

Kinda like healthy children are most often those who play in the dirt and get dirty.

After Pastor Bob getting so ill I guess I am a little gun shy. My husband already has a lower immune system but gets violently ill from a flu shot....he will have one if that is what I want...There are just no guarantees.

What about taking Astragula (sp?)? Wouldn't that help????

You're right, Suzy, there are no guarantees at all. That is why, when my turn comes to get tx, I am going to lift it up to the Lord. I trust Him.
I don't know why, but I obviously also get violently ill when I get a flu shot, and He is telling me that it is perfectly okay if I do not get one!
I, myself, have absolutely no idea what that Ast______ medication is. Could you let us know if you start or not tonight, even if it's a simple "yes" or "no" in your journal (maybe a quick 5 minutes before you actually go for it)?
You and your husband are in my thoughts and prayers.
God bless you, CC

The deed is done. In view of all the trouble Bob has had my husband and I decided to go ahead get both the flu shot and the pneumonia shot late this afternoon after meeting with our gastro nurse for tx instructions. She also wants more blood work on me and for me to get my second round of hep A & B vaccinations. I feel like I am getting ready to leave the country....

SOOoooooo, tx will officially begin for us after the football game next Friday night....

Great...more time to get ready to leave for Oz. I think I'll need another suitcase!

You and your husband, Bob, did what is right for you. Now you will have two kickoff's next Friday night (make that three).
Thank you for letting us know, and now give yourselves at least one good time before then. Dinner and a movie?

We tried. After the shots we went to Outback Steakhouse. Never ate there before because there are so many wonderful restaurants in our area. It was YUCK. We politely did not eat and were going to leave. They waved the bill and gave us a coupon for another dinner. The food wasn't good but the service was awesome. It wasn't necessary but we may try them again if only for the superior service....

Sometimes I crack up for the stupidest reasons (including myself). This is cracking me up. Why? Because it looks as tho' we never leave our computers and do other things, but we do.
I just got home from a meeting (Celebrate Recovery through my church), and doing a little grocery shopping. All of that is across town.
You and Bob had gone to the Outback and wherever else you went. Sorry, I'm just being - stupid? LOL!
I am sorry to hear about your experience. Being that the both of you were repulsed, I can't help but wonder if they have a new cook. That happens. I presume that you will have a wonderful dinner when you do take advantage of your coupon!

I've never taken a flu shot and I want, It just make you feel bad