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I am wondering if you have a compromised immune system because you have a TBI?

My doctor refused to give me a shingles vaccine because I don’t have a compromised immune system and I am not old enough. I am 55 and have had a TBI for 32 years. What do you think?


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Survivor

Never heard of a compromised immune system due to a tbi. I know I don’t. I had my tbi 17 years ago.

Survivor

Doc needs to do some continuing education. Pretty much walk until any pharmacy and get it. Heads up, it's covered under your drug coverage. I had to pay $175 for first dose and it's a 2 dose shot ($300 drug deductible).