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Has anyone with PV on jakafi that had shingles vaccine and got Shingles anyway? What were their experiences?

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Westfield, NJ
July 20, 2025
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A myMPNteam Member

thanks, I've got a call into my hematologist. I was vaccinated at 65 five years ago, been on jakafi for about 4 years. I knew that there was an increased risk, but never thought about it.

July 21, 2025
A myMPNteam Member

Hello I did get the vaccine but luckily didn’t get shingles, I was also told that I may still get it, I have PV and I’m on Jakafi as well

July 21, 2025
myMPNteam

While taking Jakafi for PV, it's important to stay up-to-date with vaccinations, including the shingles vaccine. However, even with vaccination, there's still a possibility of developing shingles since medications like Jakafi can affect immune system function.

It's recommended to discuss vaccination timing with your Show Full Answer

While taking Jakafi for PV, it's important to stay up-to-date with vaccinations, including the shingles vaccine. However, even with vaccination, there's still a possibility of developing shingles since medications like Jakafi can affect immune system function.

It's recommended to discuss vaccination timing with your healthcare provider, as they may want to schedule it before starting Jakafi or at a specific point during treatment. If you're concerned about vaccination side effects while on Jakafi, have a detailed conversation with your doctor. They can evaluate your individual situation and help determine the safest approach for your specific case.

July 20, 2025

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