Can children with allergic asthma receive the flu vaccine?

Patient's question:

Previous treatment and effectiveness: The previous treatment was normal. What kind of assistance is needed: The school is requiring students to get vaccinated with the influenza vaccine tomorrow. Now, it is uncertain whether the son can get vaccinated with the influenza vaccine.

Doctor's answer:

People with allergies, to eggs, to gentamicin, those with high fever, patients in the acute or chronic recurrence phase of diseases, patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome, uncontrolled epilepsy patients, children under 3, and pregnant women should absolutely not receive the influenza vaccine. Those who have had asthma in the past can still receive the vaccine, but close monitoring is necessary. Advice: If you're not sure, it's recommended to go to a regular hospital for verification. Generally, there shouldn't be any problems.

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