Flu jab

Are you having a flu jab? ( sle sufferer)

[Wendy39]

Hello Maria68. I have SCLE (a cross over lupus between SLE & DLE) and was told that I needed to have the flu jab every year. I think we are not allowed to have live vaccines. But the flu jab isn't live. I have already booked mine for this year. If you are unsure, speak to your GP.

[Bronagh2015]

Yes Maria, Lupus sufferers are strongly advised to have the flu jab and around about now is the time to get it so as Wendy says contact your Gp's surgery.

[Hidden in reply to Bronagh2015]

Thank you, I've booked today 😊

[Plumstead15]

My GP's surgery sent me a text telling me I was on their list as s patient entitled to flu vaccine. Booked in for next month. First time I've had it.

[Echo1988]

Hi. I had mine yesterday and my arm is very achy. But I've not had any other side effects this year. I have one every year. X

[minnime63]

Yes, I'm booked for my flu jab next week - first time. Doctor said I should as Plaquenil is an immunosuppressant (not sure it is, but happy to have the jab, anyway!)

[DaleDiva]

Yes, mine is booked. It is recommended for people with Lupus

[KarenC]

I have one every year now x