H1n1

November 24, 2009 at 4:14 pm

Well, after going back and forth I got the H1n1 shot today. A friend of mine who is a marathon runner, and probably the healthiest I know, came down with the swine flu a couple of weeks ago. She said it hit her lungs very hard.

With my lungs issues, I know I’m in big trouble if I come down with H1n1 flu.

I will keep everyone updated as to any side effects. I’m praying no GBS again, but I’m not sure if I would survive a bout of H1n1.

Greg

h1n1

November 15, 2009 at 9:52 am

WithHope,

Do you get yearly flushots? If yes, side effects?

I keep going back and forth with my decision.

Greg

H1n1

November 15, 2009 at 9:28 am

Hi Kimberly,

I also have CIDP now. This is the hardest decision I can remember. It’s only because of my asthma and other lung issues(that started with a collapsed lung at birth) is the reason I’m going back and forth.

I have two doctor’s. One saying yes, and the other saying no, follow the CDC guidelines.

I just don’t know yet!!

Greg

H1n1

November 12, 2009 at 10:31 pm

I have done some research and found out the preservative THIMEROSAL is only in the multi dose vials. It is not in the nasal spray or single dose.

Also, SQUALENE is not in our vaccine. It is in other countries but not in the US.

Greg

H1n1

November 12, 2009 at 10:21 pm

My daughter is 14 and has asthma. She got the shot 5 days ago. Myself, I have severe lung issues. I have not had a flu shot in 14 years. I finally decided to get the shot when it becomes available. I’m in the high risk group and it is still not available here in San Diego for adults over 24(even in the high risk group).

I will keep the forum updated after I get the shot.

Greg

H1n1

November 11, 2009 at 7:43 pm

I talked to another doctor today, and of course, he disagreed with the first doctor who suggested I follow the CDC guidelines.

So who knows????????????

Each one of us has a tough decision to make.

Greg

H1n1

November 10, 2009 at 4:49 pm

I called the CDC today and they suggested not to get the vaccine. I called my doctor and he said I should follow the CDC guidelines.

Greg

H1n1

November 8, 2009 at 7:15 pm

Jethro,

Thanks for all the info. You have given me a lot to think about.

Greg

H1n1

November 8, 2009 at 7:13 pm

Thanks for spotting this. I found the article, and will be talking to my doctor this week.

I’m shocked we have not heard more of this.

Greg

H1n1

November 7, 2009 at 10:12 am

I did not get GBS from the flu shot. My GBS followed a Cortisone shot and a severe cold days after the shot. My neuro at the time told me never get another flu shot again. That was in 1995. I have not had once since.

I am in the high risk group (asthma,seizures) and I am torn if I should get one.

I got a pneumonia shot about one month ago with no side effects as of today.

My new Neuro thinks I should get the Swine flu shot. However, he also told me he has never received a flu shot. He told me his hospital was forcing all of them to get the swine flu shot and he was pretty upset.

So who knows? I’m leaning towards getting one and for my daughter who has asthma. If you have lung conditions like us, I don’t think you can afford to take the chance and not get the shot. The H1n1 attacks the lungs so fast, it’s scary.

Greg Giddings