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Is asplenia a contraindication for receiving smallpox vaccine?

April 26, 2017asplenia contraindication smallpox vaccine

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Is asplenia a contraindication for receiving smallpox vaccine?

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It depends on the current state of the patient’s recovery and treatment, and the reason for spleen removal. If no severe conditions or side effects are present, then this condition is not inherently a contraindication. Have this person consult with their health care provider.