Can I get a flu shot a week before a vasectomy?

Answers from doctors (6)


Robert D. Oates, MD, FACS

Published on Apr 26, 2019

Yes, that should not be a contraindication to a flu shot.

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Answered by Robert D. Oates, MD, FACS

Yes, that should not be a contraindication to a flu shot.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Steven K. Sterzer, MD

Published on Oct 20, 2015

There is no problem with getting a flu shot one week before a vasectomy.

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Answered by Steven K. Sterzer, MD

There is no problem with getting a flu shot one week before a vasectomy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor John C. McHugh, MD

Published on Oct 14, 2015

Yes, you can get a flu shot prior to the vasectomy procedure.

Answered by John C. McHugh, MD (View Profile)

Yes, you can get a flu shot prior to the vasectomy procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Ira D. Sharlip, MD

Published on Oct 14, 2015

The flu shot will not interfere with the vasectomy, and the vasectomy will not interfere with the flu shot.

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Answered by Ira D. Sharlip, MD

The flu shot will not interfere with the vasectomy, and the vasectomy will not interfere with the flu shot.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Guy T. Bernstein, MD, FACS

Published on Oct 14, 2015

There is no problem getting a flu shot before your vasectomy.

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Answered by Guy T. Bernstein, MD, FACS

There is no problem getting a flu shot before your vasectomy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Anand M. Dhanda, MD, FACS

Published on Oct 14, 2015

Yes, it is safe to get your flu shot ahead of the procedure.

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Answered by Anand M. Dhanda, MD, FACS

Yes, it is safe to get your flu shot ahead of the procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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