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    Q&A With Dr. Manny: Can getting a flu shot actually give me the flu?

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-- demanding and I'm here to answer your questions.

It's that time of year again.

Time to start thinking about getting your flu shot.

We got this question from a dealer.

I Dr.

Manny can getting a flu shot actually give me the flu thanks.

Well Brian that influenza vaccine is made from inactive flu viruses so he cannot give you the flu.

But vaccines like any medications can have side effects.

The flu shot triggers an immune response in your -- so it's possible you may feel -- mild symptoms like low grade fever.

Muscle aches irritated eyes soreness of slowing of the side of the injection.

And occasionally horse -- -- or coughing.

A large degree actions are very rare but if you experience any symptoms were more than two days after you've been vaccinated consult with your doctor.

Flu viruses are constantly changing so we encourage eligible patients to get the vaccine every year.

Remember getting a flu shot does not guarantee 100% protection I trust me it's worth it.

Do you have a question email me yet fox adopted many of fox -- dot com until next time I'm document.

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