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yellow fever shot and scared
May 11, 2008

hi.. i have a question. i fly for a living and unfortunately i need to get a yellow fever shot. my cd4 was 301 then i got the flu and it went down to 254. i immediately started ARVS but my job may be in jeopardy since its now a requirement.i didn't get the shot i was so scared its going to kill me. would i be able to get that shot after my cd4 goes up or its over for me.I'm on kaletra and truvada. thank you

Response from Dr. Holodniy

There is no absolute contraindication to getting a yellow fever vaccine shot in your case, given where your CD4 count is and that you are getting HIV therapy. You might have some flu-like symptoms for a few days.



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