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I have cll and am on imbruvica. Is it safe for me to get the COVID vaccine.

A MyLeukemiaTeam Member asked a question 💭
Toms River, NJ
January 15, 2021
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A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

Good morning Carolyn,
I to have CLL and am on Imbruvica. I asked the same question and after doing some research and consulting with my doctor YES it is safe for you to get the COVID vaccine.

January 16, 2021
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I took the J&J vaccine 3 weeks ago. I had pain in my eyes for a couple days . idk if it was the shot tho.

April 23, 2021
A MyLeukemiaTeam Member

I have CLL and have gotten the Covid vaccine. I had no issues

February 2, 2021

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