That's a very good question Becca but I think your doctor will be the best person to answer your question so do try and get in touch with them next week to see what they say.

I'm also going to give you our cancer nurses telephone number in case you wanted to have a quick chat with them about this when they return to work on Tuesday. Their lines will be open between 9a.m - 5p.m and can be contacted on 0808 800 4040.

I hope you're able to get some answers soon and wish you a lovely bank holiday weekend :)

Kind regards, 

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hi Beccablue.

I think it possible that you could have the vaccine despite the previous infection, but this is something you should discuss with the pharmacist at a branch of Boots where the injections are available.  You could probably phone up and ask, or just pop in (but try to choose a quiet period rather than a busy Saturday morning).  I'd be interested to hear what you find out so please let us know what you learn.