Influenza Vaccination After a Breast Augmentation?

December 3, 2010
Asked By:Chesham in Chesham, B9

I'm 3 months post-op, worried about having an influenza vaccination in case my body's immune response leads to capsular contracture.Is it ok to go ahead?

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December 3, 2010

Answer: Vaccination and Capsular contracture

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Answer: Vaccination and Capsular contracture

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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May 31, 2018

Answer: Yes, there is no evidence that having an influenza vaccination after has an effect on your risk of developing capsular contractu

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Answer: Yes, there is no evidence that having an influenza vaccination after has an effect on your risk of developing capsular contractu

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October 5, 2018

Answer: It is fine to have a flu shot (vaccination) at any time before or after a breast augmentation

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October 5, 2018

Answer: It is fine to have a flu shot (vaccination) at any time before or after a breast augmentation

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